Overview
A wild, isolated beach on the Costa Verde, between yellow schist cliffs and a large dune. Fully exposed to the west — strong Maestrale, surfable waves and spectacular sunsets; a dirt road is needed to reach it.
Scivu
Not at its best
Cool for the beach, around 19°C. Occasional livelier gusts in the afternoon. Clearly better in the morning.
AURA Score
5.8
5.8Morning
6.7
Acceptable conditions
Afternoon
5.0
Not at its best
Hourly cloud cover trend
77%dense08
83%light10
39%light12
68%light14
21%light16
13%18
34%light20
Hourly wind trend
windgustsPosidonia risk
LowAURA estimate · Recent conditions
Recent conditions don't suggest any new significant Posidonia build-up in the last 3 days.
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About the beach
Arbus · Sud
A wild, isolated beach on the Costa Verde, between yellow schist cliffs and a large dune. Fully exposed to the west — strong Maestrale, surfable waves and spectacular sunsets; a dirt road is needed to reach it.
WildReachable by hike
Beach features
- Sand: sand — Sandy beach, comfortable for laying out a towel.
- Seabed: gently sloping
- Exposure: West — spectacular sunsets over the sea
- Services: Bar, Restrooms, ParkingDisponibilità stagionale: verifica prima di partire.
- Info: Dunes, Dirt access road
Beach characteristics, including child suitability, accessibility and services, are indicative and may change. Always verify locally.
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Verified on 6 May 2026 · Sources: OpenStreetMap, Sito istituzionale Comune di Arbus (Costa Verde)
Why go
A go-to choice for anyone visiting southern Sardinia: a recognised natural setting, distinctive sea colours and the classic Sardinian beach-day experience, best enjoyed when the daily conditions cooperate.
Wind & sea exposure
Beach exposed to the Maestrale: when the wind picks up, the sea builds quickly and sand can fly. Prefer days with light Maestrale or offshore winds.
Family suitability
Whether the beach feels family-friendly varies by day — check wind, sea state and access before travelling with children.
Parking & access
Parking can vary by season — plan to arrive early in July and August and check for any local restrictions before leaving.
Best time to visit
The best days are usually those with calm seas and no sustained Maestrale. Early morning and late afternoon are the most comfortable windows in summer, while June and September often hit the sweet spot of temperature, crowds and conditions.
How AURA helps you choose the right day
AURA compares the wind, sea and weather forecast for every Sardinian beach and summarises whether the day looks favourable, acceptable or best avoided. Check the live version of this page before leaving to see today's AURA score and pick the best window.