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Surrounded by the waters of Mediterranean,
Sardinia is well known for exciting water sports,
the most famous being sailing and windsurfing.
Discover why Sardinia is the best place to engage
in these sports and find out why enthusiasts
keep coming back.
Sailing
Although Sardinia’s coastline is an extraordinary
sailing destination with hundreds of private
coves, stunning beaches and dramatic rock formations,
it remains surprisingly unknown to many. Sailors
are particularly attracted to the island because
of its diverse coastline-from the dunes of the
Costa Verde to the deep emerald coves and cliffs
of Cala Gonone, no stretch is the same as the
next.
There are two winds in Sardinia that ensure
the perfect conditions for dynamic sailing:
the Sahara wind Chirocco and the Maestrale.
The Maestrale mostly blows along the west coast,
a very powerful west to northwest wind.
If it is your first time to sail in Sardinia’s
waters, you’d better be a very competent sailor
yourself or take an experienced skipper with
you. Familiarize yourself with the area’s nautical
literature and navigational requirements.
A lot of seasoned travelers choose to explore
Sardinia aboard a sailboat. They sail along,
for instance, from the coasts of Costa Smeralda,
to escape the glitz and glamour, so they can
discover semi-deserted beaches and time-forgotten
villages.
Marinas are superior infrastructure circling
the island with a 30-sea mile gap between each
establishment. Get yourself a copy of “Beaches
and Harbours,” a comprehensive list of the island’s
86 marinas. This guide includes nautical maps
and is available for free from Sardinia Tourist
Authority (ESIT).
Windsurfing
With winds coming from every direction and a
200-kilometer stretch coastline, Sardinia is
heaven for windsurfers and kite surfers. Although
North Sardinia is more popular among windsurfers,
the southern part of the island also offers
optimum winds and wave conditions.
Over the past few years, a stream of windsurfing
schools and centers have sprung up at well-loved
windsurf spots, offering beginners water sports
lessons.
Porto Pollo (also known as Porto Puddu) near
Palau is Sardinia’s best windsurfing destination.
It is renowned as one of the best in Europe.
Porto Pollo’s three main attractions are its
expansive white sandy beaches, turquoise water,
and consistent winds. Both the Chirocco wind
from the Sahara and the Maestrale wind from
the northwest blow in the area, thus ensuring
constantly perfect windsurfing conditions.
Keep in mind that this is not the right place
for beginners. You’re better off somewhere else
if you’re looking for peace and quiet. Should
you opt to try the sport, you will be totally
looked after by your instructors; there is a
protected, glassy flat side of the bay where
you can test your skills. If not, prepare to
be awed by the sight of many colorful sails
gliding over glistening waters.
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Surrounded by the waters of Mediterranean,
Sardinia is well known for exciting water sports,
the most famous being sailing and windsurfing
Discover why Sardinia is the best place to engage
in these sports and find out why enthusiasts
keep coming back.
About The Author
For a relaxing treat after a day’s worth of
activities, book your rooms at Petra Segreta
Resort and Wellness Center in San Pantaleo.
The environment of Petra Segreta Wellness Centre
has been studied down to the last detail in
order to offer guests ideal comfort and receive
the greatest benefits from the treatments. For
more information, visit http://www.hotelsanpantaleosardegna.com
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