Sardinien pur – Zwischen Smaragdküste und antiken Geheimnissen

About the destination: Olbia, the main gateway to North Sardinia, is far more than just an airport town. Framed by turquoise waters and low, granite hills, it offers a relaxed coastal atmosphere with easy access to some of the island’s most beautiful beaches and the exclusive Costa Smeralda. In the compact historic center, café-lined squares, elegant boutiques, and old stone churches make it ideal for slow strolls and people-watching at any time of day. Start your exploration along Corso Umberto, the main pedestrian street, leading towards the waterfront and the small but charming old town. Don’t miss the Romanesque Basilica of San Simplicio, built between the 11th and 12th centuries from local granite, and the Church of San Paolo with its colorful tiled dome. The Archaeological Museum by the port offers an engaging look at Olbia’s past, including shipwrecks and relics from the Phoenician, Greek, and Roman eras that once shaped this strategic harbor. Olbia is also a perfect base for beach lovers. Within a short drive you’ll find a chain of stunning coves and long sandy stretches such as Pittulongu, Porto Istana, Cala Brandinchi, and Lu Impostu, all washed by crystal-clear, shallow waters ideal for swimming and snorkeling. From the nearby port of Palau or the marina in Olbia, you can arrange boat trips to the La Maddalena Archipelago, a national park famous for its wild, unspoiled islands and postcard-perfect bays. Food and wine are central to the Olbia experience. Traditional Sardinian dishes like porceddu (roast suckling pig), fresh seafood, and culurgiones (stuffed pasta) are widely available in trattorie and agriturismi in the countryside. Pair your meal with a chilled glass of Vermentino di Gallura, the local white wine that perfectly complements the sea breeze and coastal views. Whether you stay a night or a week, Olbia offers a blend of authentic Sardinian life, seaside relaxation, and easy connections to the rest of the island.

About the destination: Tempio Pausania is a town of about 14,000 inhabitants in the Gallura region of northern Sardinia, Italy, in the province of Sassari. Cultural and delegated administrative centre of the Gallura sub-region, Tempio has an ancient history. Typical granite-stone architecture of the historical centre presents many similarities with southern Corsican towns. In 2005-2016 it was the capital of the province of Olbia-Tempio together with Olbia.

About the destination: Alghero is one of Sardinia’s most beautiful cities. Due to its gorgeous beaches it has become a very popular holiday resort with herds of tourist arriving every summer. Yet it has managed to keep its unique character and its charming atmosphere. The narrow streets of the old city, named Barcelonetta due to the island’s Catalan past, are crowded on the peninsula surrounded by a fortified bastion. Walking through this medieval world, visitors will discover the striking cathedral, built in the 16th century in Catalan-Gothic style. The church of San Francesco has a beautiful Gothic interior and a small golden cloister. From the cute little fishing port, below the city walls, boats depart towards the Grotta di Nettuno or Neptune's Caves, one of the island’s most spectacular attractions. But undoubtedly the main attraction of Alghero is wandering around its streets, discovering its charming spots while contemplating the sunset that bathes the Mediterranean in warm glowing light.

About the destination: The bay of Porto Conte is a natural inlet of the Riviera del Corallo, a town on the north-west coast of Sardinia, in the homonymous sea, protected following the establishment of the Porto Conte regional natural park. It is enclosed between the karst promontories of Capo Caccia and Punta Giglio and overlooks the bay of Alghero; just from Alghero is about 20 km. It measures 6 km from the entrance to the bottom, with a width of about 2.5 km. The coastal part is made up of small inlets, cliffs and the long beach of the Pineta Mugoni beach.

About the destination: The Emerald Coast is one of the best known coastal areas of northern Sardinia, whose fame transcends Italy. It covers 55 km long and has an area of more than 30 km 2. The waters of the Emerald Coast are a luxurious tourist destination with beaches of clean and fine white sand, The main cities and towns of the area are Arzachena, Olbia, Porto Cervo, Liscia di Vacca, Capriccioli and Romazzino. The warm climate and sunny weather are, next to the turquoise waters, the best postcard on the Emerald Coast. The water temperature reaches up to 23-25oC normally in summer, and outside the heat is not very sweltering, 28-30oC, since the situation of the coastline allows the current of breezes. The Sardinian (Sardinia) Cup sailing regatta is held annually on the Emerald Coast during September. Other activities on the Emerald Coast include the Italian film festival in Tavolara and a rally of period cars. Celebrities and famous Italians flock to this region in summer, looking for its turquoise waters and renowned beaches, and anchoring its luxurious yachts in the secluded coves. June, September and October are not as crowded and offer much less overwhelming temperatures to enjoy the Emerald Coast.

About the destination: Porto Cervo is an Italian seaside resort in northern Sardinia. It is a razione of the comune of Arzachena, in the province of Olbia-Tempio. The village is the main centre of the Costa Smeralda. Porto Cervo is one of the world’s most luxurious resorts. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Stella Maris • Spiaggia del Pevero • Monte di Mola Museum • Cala Granu Beach

About the destination: Corsica is an island in the Mediterranean Sea and politically one of the 18 regions of France. It lies southeast of the French mainland, west of the Italian Peninsula, and immediately north of the Italian island of Sardinia, the land mass nearest to it. A single chain of mountains makes up two-thirds of the island. The regional capital is Ajaccio.

About the destination: Cagliari is pure Mediterranean essence, and it expresses it in every corner, in every bite of its delicious cuisine. Sardinian’s capital is located in the southern part of the island and it’s the political, economic and cultural centre. It has Roman ruins of great value, as the Amphitheatre and many testimonies of Cagliari’s priceless historical heritage. It's an easy city to get around on foot, where you can get lost in the narrow streets that shape the old town located in the upper part of the city and surrounded by fortifications. Strolling around the Castello district, the living heart and memory of the city, visitors will encounter the Cathedral with its adjacent museum, the Royal Palace and countless churches. A nice staircase leads to the bastion St. Remy. From its terrace you can enjoy a 360 degree view of the city. There is an excellent beach in the city, Spiaggia Poetto, an 8km long full equipped beach, perfect to get tanned, swim and chill out. And at nigh it becomes a nightlife hot spot, with clubs, cocktail bars and restaurants. Cagliari is definitely a top tourist destination, one of the most interesting in Sardinia and in Italy.

About the destination: Pula is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Cagliari in the Italian region of Sardinia, located about 25 kilometres (16 mi) southwest of Cagliari. As of November 30, 2015, it had a population of 7.422, and an area of 138.7 square kilometres (53.6 sq mi). Pula is a popular holiday resort, with many famous hotels and beaches. The ruins of the ancient city of Nora are among the most important archaeological sites of the island. The Municipality of Pula contains the frazione (subdivision) Santa Margherita di Pula.

About the destination: About fifty kilometers from the port of Cagliari and the airport of Elmas, in the southern Sardinia, is Villasimius, one of the most famous holiday resorts in the Mediterranean. The reason for so much notoriety is indisputable: its coastline offers a unique set of white and golden beaches, a crystalline sea, intense perfumes of myrtle, juniper and broom as well as a tourist reception capacity that adapts to all kinds of demands.

About the destination: Costa Rei is a frazione from the commune of Muravera in southern Sardinia. It has a beach 12 km long.

About the destination: Olbia, the main gateway to North Sardinia, is far more than just an airport town. Framed by turquoise waters and low, granite hills, it offers a relaxed coastal atmosphere with easy access to some of the island’s most beautiful beaches and the exclusive Costa Smeralda. In the compact historic center, café-lined squares, elegant boutiques, and old stone churches make it ideal for slow strolls and people-watching at any time of day. Start your exploration along Corso Umberto, the main pedestrian street, leading towards the waterfront and the small but charming old town. Don’t miss the Romanesque Basilica of San Simplicio, built between the 11th and 12th centuries from local granite, and the Church of San Paolo with its colorful tiled dome. The Archaeological Museum by the port offers an engaging look at Olbia’s past, including shipwrecks and relics from the Phoenician, Greek, and Roman eras that once shaped this strategic harbor. Olbia is also a perfect base for beach lovers. Within a short drive you’ll find a chain of stunning coves and long sandy stretches such as Pittulongu, Porto Istana, Cala Brandinchi, and Lu Impostu, all washed by crystal-clear, shallow waters ideal for swimming and snorkeling. From the nearby port of Palau or the marina in Olbia, you can arrange boat trips to the La Maddalena Archipelago, a national park famous for its wild, unspoiled islands and postcard-perfect bays. Food and wine are central to the Olbia experience. Traditional Sardinian dishes like porceddu (roast suckling pig), fresh seafood, and culurgiones (stuffed pasta) are widely available in trattorie and agriturismi in the countryside. Pair your meal with a chilled glass of Vermentino di Gallura, the local white wine that perfectly complements the sea breeze and coastal views. Whether you stay a night or a week, Olbia offers a blend of authentic Sardinian life, seaside relaxation, and easy connections to the rest of the island.