To protect some of Sardinia's most famous beaches, local councils and parks have introduced limited access, often requiring a booking and a small fee. Here, you'll find a beach-by-beach guide to visitor caps, costs and where to book.
Please note: access rules, fees and booking systems can change from one season to the next. Always check the official website listed for each beach before you travel.
Summary
| Beach | Cap | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| La Rena Bianca, Santa Teresa Gallura | 1,015 per day (1/6–30/9) | €3.50 |
| La Pelosa, Stintino | 1,500 per day, 750 bookable | €3.50 |
| Cala Goloritzè, Baunei | 250 at any one time | €7 (trail) |
| Cala Mariolu, Baunei | 700 per day, 1.5-hour stay | €1 |
| Punta Molentis / Porto Sa Ruxi, Villasimius | 150 / 450 spots | see website |
| Tuerredda, Teulada | 1,100 per day (11/6–30/9) | free |
| Cala Brandinchi & Lu Impostu, San Teodoro | online booking (15/6–30/9) | see website |
| Oasi di Bidderosa, Orosei | limited access from May | fee applies |
| Cala Coticcio & Cala Brigantina, La Maddalena | 60 per day, with guide | see website |
La Rena Bianca – Santa Teresa Gallura
- A maximum of 1,015 visitors per day from 1 June to 30 September.
- Entry fee of €3.50; residents and certain categories, such as people with disabilities and children aged 5-12, are exempt.
- Book online or at the beach's info point (see the council's website).
La Pelosa – Stintino
- A maximum of 1,500 visitors per day, with 750 spots available for booking.
- €3.50 per person; bookings can be made for a single day or for multiple consecutive days.
- Children under 12 do not require a booking.
- Information: spiaggialapelosa.it.
Cala Goloritzè – Baunei
- The beach is only reachable on foot via a medium-difficulty trek.
- A maximum of 250 people are allowed at any one time.
- The trail access fee is €7; it's free for children under 6 and residents.
- Book up to three days in advance via the Heart of Sardinia website or app, or buy a ticket at the trailhead.
Find up-to-date times and rules in our guide to Cala Goloritzè.
Cala Mariolu, Cala Biriola and Cala dei Gabbiani – Baunei
- Access is controlled from June.
- Cala Mariolu: 700 people per day, maximum stay of 1.5 hours, €1 per person.
- The beach is reached by tour boats or rented dinghies: see our guide to boat trips in Ogliastra, such as the private tour with Luuxya Charter.
- Information: turismobaunei.eu.
Cala Luna – Dorgali/Baunei
Access rules for Cala Luna, which lies between the territories of Dorgali and Baunei, can change seasonally.
Please note: check the official websites of the Dorgali and Baunei councils for the latest information on any visitor limits, booking requirements or access rules.
Punta Molentis and Porto Sa Ruxi – Villasimius
- Punta Molentis: 150 bookable spots.
- Porto Sa Ruxi: up to 450 people.
- Bookings and costs: villasimiussrl.it.
Tuerredda – Teulada
- Free access, with a maximum of 1,100 people per day from 11 June to 30 September.
- Booking: Poseidon +39 339 724 6817 (WhatsApp) or Tropico Mediterraneo +39 351 766 9307.
Discover the beach in our guide to Cala Tuerredda.
Cala Brandinchi and Lu Impostu – San Teodoro
- Digital booking required from 15 June to 30 September.
- Rates and booking info: santeodorospiagge.it.
Oasi di Bidderosa – Orosei
- Limited and paid access from May onwards.
- Spaces are limited in high season, so it's best to book online at oasibiderosa.it.
Cala Coticcio and Cala Brigantina – La Maddalena
- A maximum of 60 people per day, accompanied only by authorised guides from the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park.
- Booking is via PagoPA, following the instructions on lamaddalenapark.it.
