Probably one of the most beautiful places to visit in Sardinia is Stintino, a small fishing village overlooking the Gulf of Asinara. From paradisiacal beaches to the picturesque village where you can enjoy seafood specialties and boat trips to the enchanting island of Asinara.
Stintino (isthintinu in Sardinian) is a small town on the northwestern coast of Sardinia. Founded in 1885, it was inhabited by fishing families from the island of Asinara and today has about 1,600 inhabitants.
At 50 Km from Alghero airport, the village – despite the tourist boom – has remained calm and peaceful, retaining the typical life of small towns. The main church, cobblestone alleys, and traditional low houses. On the main street, shops of all kinds, bars, restaurants, and trattorias where you can enjoy fresh local products.
The beaches of Stintino are marvelous: stretches of pristine white sand overlooking an incredibly blue and transparent sea, surrounded by Mediterranean scrub. The most important and popular is La Pelosa beach, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world! Here, the water is turquoise, always calm and clear. This splendid beach is located opposite the island of Asinara.
Saline Beach offers fine sand and azure waters, and if you continue a bit further, you’ll come across Ezzi Mannu, a beach made of pebbles surrounded by dunes covered in vegetation. If you’re looking for a less crowded spot, you can head to Tamerici Beach, an unspoiled natural environment immersed in nature.
Places to see in the Stintino area
- Natural parks in the Stintino area not to be missed are Capo Falcone, at the tip of the peninsula where you can admire a breathtaking panorama
- Asinara island after 115 years of total closure is now home to the nature park
- Pilo Pond in the innermost part where there are not only endangered animal and plant species (such as the pink flamingo and the Sardinian Buglossa)
La Pelosa beach
The Pelosa beach is famous for its breathtaking beauty, with its fine, white sand and the sea fading into all shades of turquoise. However, due to its popularity and to preserve the fragile ecosystem, access to the beach is now regulated and restricted. A maximum of 1,500 people are allowed. The beach can be freely accessed (without reservation) after 6 p.m.
If you want to know which other beaches require reservations, check our article: All beaches with reservations in Sardinia
In order to access the Pelosa beach, it is necessary to book your place in advance. Reservations can be made online on the dedicated website, where you can choose the date and the turn to visit. There is an entrance fee of €3.50 per person. Once the reservation is made, you will receive a QR code that must be presented at the beach entrance.
In addition, to protect the environment, the use of straw mats or natural material on which to place towels is compulsory in order to prevent fine sand from being washed away by bathers. Dogs are also not allowed between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
All the Rules for Accessing La Pelosa Beach
Reservation required
- Download the App and make your reservation.
- Registration required with email and password, receipt of a unique QR code. Info on the official website spiaggialapelosa.it
Available Places
- 1,500 daily places: 700 bookable without time limit, 700 within 48 hours, 100 reserved for accommodation facilities.
Admission Fee
- €3.50 per person per day. Children under 12 do not require a reservation.
Timetable
- Access control from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- After 6 p.m. you can access the beach freely.
Rules of entry
- Maximum 4 persons per booking, one booking per day.
Prescriptions and Prohibitions
- Compulsory use of straw mats.
- Prohibition of sand removal, smoking, street trading, littering, entry of dogs, use of detergents.
Services
- Toilets and refreshment facilities available.
Useful Info
- Book in advance: During the high season, the Pelosa beach is in high demand, so it is advisable to book well in advance.
- Arrive early: arriving early gives you a better choice of place.
- Use public transport or shuttles to avoid parking problems.
- Respect the environment: the beauty of Pelosa depends on everyone’s cooperation in respecting the rules and keeping the beach clean.
For further details and bookings, please visit the official website
Stintino and the Pelosa beach represent a true corner of paradise, where unspoilt nature offers a unique spectacle. With the right precautions and a little organisation, it is possible to fully enjoy this extraordinary place.
La Pelosa is one of the 10 Sardinia beaches that will make you think you are the Caribbean!
