La Pelosa Beach - Stintino

Pelosa Beach is one of Europe's most famous seaside destinations. Nestled at the foot of Capo Falcone, about two kilometers from Stintino, lies this ancient fishing village at the northwestern tip of Sardinia. This natural paradise enchants visitors with its ultra-fine white sand and extraordinarily clear sea, whose hues range from turquoise to bright blue, all set against the scent of juniper and myrtle. The seabed, which is extremely shallow and sandy for tens of meters, makes swimming safe and feels like a natural swimming pool. The view is unique: directly across from the beach, separated by a stretch of sea suitable for swimming, lies the islet of Torre della Pelosa, an Aragonese structure dating back to 1578 that protects the nearby Pelosetta cove. Further in the distance, the majestic silhouettes of Isola Piana and Asinara stand out. ℹ️ Services and Access Rules (Important): To protect this extremely delicate ecosystem from erosion, access to the beach is regulated and subject to a visitor limit (usually from June 1 to October 31). • Reservations required: You must book your admission online on the official website and pay for a ticket. • Strict rule: It is strictly forbidden to place towels directly on the sand (you must use wooden or straw mats under your towel to prevent sand from being carried away). There are footbaths at the exit for mandatory foot rinsing. The beach offers paid parking (with limited spaces), bars, restaurants, restrooms, and rentals of beach umbrellas, lounge chairs, and watercraft. 🚗 How to get there: From Porto Torres, take the SP34 toward Stintino for about 30 km. Just before entering the town, follow the clear signs for "La Pelosa." During the summer season, the town operates an efficient shuttle bus service that connects the town directly to the beach—a highly recommended option to avoid parking problems. 💡 Fun fact: • Nearby islands: In the past, Isola Piana was used for grazing through a unique transhumance carried out on fishing boats; It is home to the Torre della Finanza (16th century). Asinara, a former maximum-security prison island, is now a beautiful, unspoiled national park that visitors can explore on guided tours. • La Tonnara delle Saline: Just before Stintino, you’ll come across the 19th-century Tonnara complex, which has now been converted into a tourist village. In the late 19th century, it was one of the most important and productive in all of Sardinia, inextricably linked to the town’s economic history and identity. • Other nearby beaches: If you can't find a spot at Pelosa, the Stintino coastline offers beautiful, less crowded alternatives such as Le Saline, Ezzi Mannu, La Pazzona, and Cala Lupo.