Looking for a windless beach in Sardinia, in Olbia in particular, might seem like an impossible task. Yet it is easier than you think.
From a quick glance on any map, the coastal strip of Olbia extends for approximately 35 kilometers along the north-eastern coast of Sardinia. This calculation also includes Golfo Aranci, which is in fact surrounded by the Olbia municipal area.
This stretch of coast is characterized by a variety of beaches, coves, coves and cliffs, which make it one of the most fascinating and visited coastal areas of the island.
But that exposes it, fatally, to the predominant wind in Sardinia: the Mistral.
This wind coming from the north-west has all its meaning in its name. Since the times when navigation is the wind par excellence: it is the “main of all currents, the master of navigation” is found written in the old pilot books.
It blows on the island practically all year round, with varying intensity. In summer it is particularly welcome at night, because it refreshes the air.
But at the beach things get more complicated, and can make some more exposed beaches less suitable for swimming or relaxing.
It might be worth thinking about booking a hotel in Olbia with a pool in advance, but more on that later.
Beaches sheltered from the mistral in Olbia. Are they really there?
The answer is yes, there are.
First of all, the eastern coast of Sardinia does not take the mistral head-on. This means that the intensity of the wind will still be dampened compared to, for example, the western coast of the island.
Furthermore, several beaches are sheltered by hills and rocks behind them, and this greatly reduces the power of the wind.
Lastly, Olbia has a certain number of beaches and coves which, thanks to their geographical orientation, are almost immune to the mistral.
Here you will find a short list of 5 beaches from south to north of Olbia that are quite sheltered from the mistral
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Porto Istana beach
this beautiful beach with light sand and Caribbean seabed, tens of meters low, is located in the coastal area south of Olbia. Made up of 4 distinct beaches, it is well protected by the islands of Tavolara and Molara.
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Poltu Casu beach
with this bay nestled between splendid granite rocks covered with generous Mediterranean scrub, you are on the safe side with practically every wind. However, you can get there on foot, leaving the car in the (free) car park which is 7 minutes from the beach.
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Pittulongu Beach (or “La Playa”)
the largest beach in Olbia is located north of the city center. Its long shoreline has equipped areas and equally large areas of free beach. In case of weak and moderate mistral it is an excellent solution even in the very high season. Its shallow waters and white, medium-grained sand make it a place truly suitable for everyone.
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Pellicano Beach
going north, Pellicano beach is an excellent solution for those looking for a beach sufficiently sheltered from the mistral even of medium intensity but equipped (there is also a bathing establishment) and with the possibility of free parking nearby.
Marinella beach
Once past Golfo Aranci you come across this beautiful beach sheltered by the Punta Volpe promontory. Suitable in conditions of weak and medium mistral, it is also sheltered from the sirocco.
And if the Mistral is really strong, don’t think you’ve wasted the day! Just book our Felix Hotels in Olbia and Porto San Paolo, all equipped with a swimming pool.
In the center of Olbia you will find our Hotel Felix Olbia, where guests can enjoy two swimming pools. The main swimming pool is equipped with a large solarium, sun loungers, umbrellas and a hydromassage tub. Accessible all year round, it is open in the summer months and covered and heated in the colder months. The one located on the fifth and top floor is on the hotel’s panoramic terrace.
Are you looking for a solution that combines the services of a hotel with those of a residence? Overlooking the Marine Protected Area of Tavolara, the Felix Hotel Residence Porto San Paolo offers an interesting solution just for you. And its swimming pool on the panoramic terrace, with a spectacular view of the majestic island of Tavolara, will certainly console you if the mistral has not been kind.
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