The Extraordinary Beauty Of The Arcipelago Di La Maddalena National Park

The Arcipelago di La Maddalena National Park is a truly stunning geomarine national park on the coast of Sardinia that was established in 1994. Covering an area of over 12,000 hectares and stretching along 180 kilometers of coastline, it is comprised of a group of islands and islets located on the north-east of the coast of Gallura, in the stretch of sea between Sardinia and Corsica known as Bocche di Bonifacio, which is soon to be recognised as an international marine park.

All of these islands are either deserted or are only scattered with small human settlements, beside La Maddalena. As a result, it is an area of natural beauty that has largely been untouched and unaltered by human hands. It is just endless, impossibly blue skies and seas, lush hills and greenery, coves, inlets, and long stretches of pretty beaches. An unforgettable and beautiful place, it is a must-see for anyone who has found a vacation rental in Sardinia.

La Maddalena, and the town of the same name on it, is the only significant settlement in the archipelago. Founded in 1770, it faces Palau and is made up of cobblestone streets, winding alleyways and 18th century buildings.

Along the road to Spalmatore, there is an incredible view that takes in the great beauty of the whole area and on the Cala Francese inlet there are some of the characteristic and extraordinary beaches that have come to define the area.

From La Maddalena, there are six other islands to explore – Santo Stefano to the south and Budelli, Spiaggia Rosa, Razzoli, Santa Maria and Spargi to the north – and are best explored by boat. If you are looking for sun, fun and adventure, they make for an endless and stunning playground and present the most colourful and extraordinary sight; one you're likely to never forget.

Those with a sense of adventure in their heart and planning a trip to Sardinia will need to pencil in a trip to this wonderfully beautiful place.