Porto Pino Beach - Sant'Anna Arresi

Located along the southwestern coast of Sardinia, the beautiful beach at Porto Pino is considered one of the island's most charming destinations. This coastline stretches for about 4 kilometers and is conveniently divided into three main sections: • The First Beach: Characterized by compact, light-gray sand, it is located near the main parking lots and the canal. It is the most sheltered area, with plenty of amenities, and for this reason, it is the most popular. • The Second Beach: Separated from the first by the remains of an old artificial breakwater, it stretches for about 2 kilometers and features fine white sand. It tends to be less crowded and is very popular with those looking for walks and relaxation. • The Dunes (Is Arenas Biancas): Also known as the "Third Beach," it is located in the municipality of Teulada. It is a unique natural amphitheater, dominated by majestic, rolling hills of pure, fine white sand—among the tallest and most spectacular in Italy. Access to this area, which has historically been associated with the military zone, is regulated and open to the public during the summer season. The sea that laps the entire gulf is extraordinarily clear, with hues ranging from turquoise to emerald green. The shallow, sandy seabed slopes gently toward the open sea, making swimming safe for everyone. The area is of inestimable natural value: behind the coastline lies a vast system of ponds (such as the Porto Pino and Maestrale ponds) that are a regular habitat for the striking pink flamingos and other wetland birds. ℹ️ Services: The resort offers beach clubs with umbrella and lounge chair rentals, food stands, bars, restaurants, kitesurfing and windsurfing schools (the bay is a popular spot for surfers), wheelchair-accessible facilities, and ample paid parking. There are also campgrounds and lodging facilities nearby. 🚗 How to get there: From the town center of Sant'Anna Arresi, take the signposted municipal road and follow it for about 6 km; it leads directly to the parking lots behind the First and Second Beaches. The Is Arenas Biancas Dunes are also accessible by car from the Teulada side via a dirt road that crosses the military training area (open only in the summer). 💡 Fun fact: • The origin of the name: The area owes its name to an extremely rare and densely packed natural forest of Aleppo pines. In Sardinia, this species grows naturally only here and on the island of San Pietro. Legend has it that this resinous, durable wood was the Phoenicians' favorite for building their ships. The rare thorny oak also stands out among the vegetation. • Boundaries and Administration: The beach resort is primarily part of the municipality of Sant'Anna Arresi, while the famous final stretch of the dunes falls under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Teulada.