The beaches of Caprera, in the La Maddalena Archipelago: an unspoiled place

The island of Caprera is part of the La Maddalena archipelago, located along the northeastern coast of Sardinia. It is connected to the main island (La Maddalena, in fact) by a bridge. It is full of pine forests, sandy coves, and crystal-clear waters. The pristine white sandy seabed brings out the extraordinary colors of the sea. Although it has more than 40 km of coastline, unlike La Maddalena, it does not have a scenic road network that allows visitors to easily reach the beaches. Known throughout the world for having hosted Giuseppe Garibaldi. Cala Coticcio is one of the most beautiful beaches in the La Maddalena archipelago. Located along the northeastern coast of the island of Caprera, it is also known as Tahiti, due to its extraordinary beauty, which is reminiscent of distant and exotic paradises. Pure white, ultra-fine sand and crystal-clear waters in various shades of turquoise, with shallow waters teeming with fish—making it a particularly popular spot for snorkelers. Solitary and untamed by nature, it is nestled in a cove enclosed by magnificent pink granite cliffs and surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation. The sweet scent of juniper, rockrose, and mastic trees fills the air all around—it is one of Sardinia’s most picturesque beaches. Cala Andreani: This beach is located along the island's southern coast, nestled amid unspoiled, wild nature. Like all the beaches on the island, it features fine white sand that reflects off the crystal-clear waters. The seabed is shallow and sandy, while a few pink granite rocks float peacefully on the sea. Behind it, dense vegetation provides shelter from the summer heat and a bit of privacy. Spiaggia del Relitto: It is located at the tip of the Punta Rossa peninsula. Its name comes from the presence, on the shore, of the now-half-buried remains of the hull of a coal ship that ran aground after a fire on board. It is small in size and features fine white sand that contrasts with the clear blue sea and its sandy seabed. Behind it, it is bordered by fragrant Mediterranean vegetation.

Cala Brigantina: This beach is one of the most beautiful on the island. Tucked away along the eastern coast, these are actually two enchanting coves—one larger and one smaller, set slightly to its left—featuring fine, white sand and lapped by crystal-clear waters of an extraordinary turquoise color. Cala Caprese: Cala Caprese actually consists of three small coves located in an inlet along the island's northern coast. The beaches are separated by granite rocks covered with fragrant Mediterranean vegetation. The sand is white and fine, and the water is crystal-clear. Accessible only by sea. Cala Garibaldi: It is located along the island's western coast. A golden expanse reflected in crystal-clear, transparent waters. In the past, Giuseppe Garibaldi used this cove as a private mooring. Cala Napoletana: Cala Napoletana: Located along the island’s northwestern coast, it consists of two beautiful coves with pure white, fine sand that reflects in crystal-clear waters of iridescent colors. The seabed is shallow and sandy. Accessible by sea. Cala Portese, also known as Spiaggia dei due mari: It is characterized by very fine white sand and crystal-clear water with a sandy seabed. It is located in the southern part of the island. Cala Serena: It stretches along the island's western coast. A crescent-shaped stretch of fine, white sand bordered by lush, fragrant Mediterranean vegetation. The crystal-clear sea, with its myriad shades of blue, has a shallow, sandy seabed, with rocks and reefs emerging here and there. It was recently voted by Americans as the most romantic beach in the world. Photo: from Panoramio