Torre delle Stelle | South-Eastern Sardinia

Apartment Azzurra

The view from the top floor apartment extends far over the azure blue sea to a secluded bay with granite rocks just beneath the house, pure privacy. Book now and relax!

3 Persons

2 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

100m to the beach

Price category: D

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House description Apartment Azzurra

Tranquil gem with roof terrace

Apartment Azzurra is one of the lovingly furnished apartments in a two-storey private house. The view extends far over the azure blue sea to a private bay with fascinating rock formations accessible by descending a small staircase - pure privacy. Surrounded by weather-worn granite rocks and fragrant scrub, this holiday apartment is a true refuge for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation. After only 60 steps, private access to the glittering sea awaits via a platform.

Apartment Azzurra is your perfect Sardinian holiday home if you...

...want to enjoy the unique atmosphere of a stylish private house
...are looking for absolute peace and relaxation in the midst of nature
...wish for private beach access for your dream vacation

Oasis of peace with fascinating views

The extraordinary penthouse Apartment Azzurra belongs to the private Villa Azzurra, which is stylishly furnished down to the smallest detail. An interior design highlight of the apartment is a room-high mirror wall in the living room, in which the sea is reflected in all its glory any time of day or night - shimmering turquoise to midnight blue. In front of the fully air-conditioned living and sleeping area, a fantastic terrace extends and seems to float above the sea. Another, lower terrace invites you to sunbathe or to enjoy a delicious barbecue in the evenings. Over a few steps, an adjacent private path leads directly to the heavenly private beach.

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House details and amenities

House details

3 Persons

Flat

2 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

1 Double bed

1 Single bed

100m to the beach

seaview

property fenced

Kein Parkplatz

Amenities

Washing machine

Dishwasher

Oven

TV - SAT (Astra)

WebCube (50 €/5GB)

No safe

A/C in living room + all bedrooms

No fireplace

Stone BBQ

No Flyscreen

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reviews (1) 5.0

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DT-Whg. Azzurra Bellavista 09040 Torre delle Stelle/Maracalagonis

30.05.2017 | Aktive Entspannungsgenießer

Es war der Traumurlaub schlechthin und wird für uns sehr schwer zu topen sein. Wir waren Mitte Mai und hatten das Glück 10 wunderbare, sommerliche Tage genießen zu können. Die Lager, das Ambiente im Haus und der Garten waren ein Paradis. Sardinien ist eine interessante und wunderschöne Insel mit farbenfroher Fauna, Flora und viel Kultur. Zum Mountainbiken eine herrliche Herausforderung und das klare und erfrischende Meer hat uns bis auf zwei Tage, wo ein zu kräftiger Wind ging, täglich zum schwimmen eingeladen. Kulinarisch war zwar noch nicht viel in Betrieb, aber wir wurden in Solanas, Restaurant Barbara von allen was es an Fischspezialitäten gibt verwöhnt und Preis Leitung war top und der Familienbetrieb macht einem zum Wiederholungstäter. Wenn wir wieder Sardinen besuchen, würden wir wieder um diese Jahreszeit fahren wenn Ginster und Oleander blühen. Einen Besuch ist auch Cagliari mit viel Sehenswürdigkeiten, interessanten Besonderheiten - Naturpark mit Flamingos, und einer Kulinarischen Vielfalt in der Altstadt wert. Bitter Beigeschmack ist das Müllproblem, das nicht nur in den Städten vorherrscht, sonder auch in unserer Gegend nicht zu übersehen war. Anregung an die Sardegna; eine Nachhaltiges Handhabung bei diesem Thema. Anstatt mit Strafverrechnung zu drohen, bei nicht ordnungsgemäßer Beseitigung des Mülls, wären Informationen zu Müllinseln bzw. wo der Müll entsorgt werden kann hilfreicher. Bei uns war zwar der Plan für die Müllentsorgung vorhanden, allein die Entsorgung hat nicht stattgefunden. Und beobachten man die Müllmänner bei der Arbeit, kann man nachvollziehen warum oftmals der Müll auf den Straßen liegt. Was beim Aufladen daneben fällt bleibt liegen, auch was sich der Wind aus den Muldenkippern holt. Ein weiterer Punkt war die Matratze, die für Benützer mit Kreuzproblemen ein Punkt ist wo man gerne früher aus dem Bett aufsteht-Vorteil, man hat mehr vom Tag. Bei unserer umsichtigen und netten Betreuung vor Ort möchten wir uns auch bedanken.

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Places nearby

Diving schools

Manni Diving centre - Torre delle Stelle

You will find Manni Schwarz's diving school in the bay of Torre delle Stelle. They specialise in abandoned wrecks. They also offer children's courses from the age of 10.

Ocean Blue Diving Centre - Torre delle Stelle

Diving school between Villasimius and Calgliari led by Angie and Marco from Switzerland. Languages: German, Italian, English, French and Spanish.

Bolla Blu Diving - Villasimius

Bolla Blu Diving offers diving lessons with qualified trainers. Theoretical lessons are also taught using audio-visual media. They provide all of the equipment and teaching material. Base camp is at the Hotel Residence Cormoran.

Air Sub Service - Villasimius

This school has been based in Villasimius since 1998.

Centro Immersioni Sardegna - Strand Costa Rei - Rei Marina

The "Centro Immersioni Sardegna (CIS)" organises guided dives with your own or borrowed equipment, day or night. Underwater videos can also be filmed. Upon request youth and children can also participate. The centre is located in Via delle Agavi in Costa Rei. The diving excursions leave from the beach between the campground Le Dune Cooreyturs and the Hotel Vera Club, Turagri.

Horseback riding

Centro Equestre Iba Sa Cresia - Costa Rei

This centre offers lessons and riding excursions for beginner and advanced riders.

Wind-, wave and kite surfing

Delfino Club - Villasimius

Delfino Club offers the opportunity to practice wakeboarding, waterskiing or windsurfing. Boats can be hired to enjoy a few beautiful hours on the sea.

Windplay

Windplay - the spot for anyone who loves water sports. Windsurfing, kiting or surfing, for beginners or advanced - at Windplay Sardinia, everything is possible!

Windsurf rental Costa Rei - Piscina Rei

Can be found on the Piscina Rei Beach. Boat excursions are also offered.

ASD Yacht Club Cagliari

Windsurfing Club Cagliari

Kitegeneration

Professional kite school in the south of Sardinia.

Supermarkets

Centro Commerciale Perra - Torre delle Stelle

Small supermarket easily reached by the guests in Torre delle Stelle. It is closed in the low season.

Eurospin - Villasimius

Open all year round

Supermercato Di Meglio - Villasimius

This inexpensive supermarket has a good selection. Open all year round, daily from 8:30-21:00.

Supermercato Conad - Villasimius

Open all year round

GRIM Supermarket - Flumini

This supermarket has a wide selection of products and is located on the coast road to Cagliari. It is therefore suitable for shopping on arrival, or for guests in Torre delle Stelle.

Supermercato GIEFFE - Quartu S. Elena

Il Delfino Centro Commerciale - Sant'Elmo

This small shopping centre is located directly in Sant'Elmo, close to the Sant'Elmo Beach Hotel. It has a magazine shop, as well as a meat shop and a fish store that sell fresh meat and fish every day. Closed in the low season.

Rei Market

Here there is a butcher, a fish market as well as fresh fruits and vegetables. Gas bottles can also be obtained here. The supermarket is located in the central Via Colombo in Costa Rei. Closed in the low season.

Market Monte Nai - Costa Rei

Close to the entrance of the town of Costa Rei, in Via Colombo Nr. 1 lies Monte Nai market. In addition to groceries, you can buy everything for the beach: beach umbrellas, beach mats, sunscreen, etc.

Market GTRE - Rei Marina

This market sells Sardinian souvenirs in addition to groceries. The GTRE market can be found in the Piazzetta Piscina Rei, in the part of Costa Rei called Piscina Rei. Closed in the low season. For large shopping needs, we suggest driving to Muravera.

Camping Village Le Dune

The camping's small supermarket is also accessible to outside guests and is perfect if you need something small. We do not recommend it for bulk purchases because it is slightly more expensive than other supermarkets.

Emporio del Naturale: organic products - Gavoi

Organically farmed food

Golf clubs

Tanka Golf Club

The 18-hole golf course offers a view of the Capo Carbonara. Be sure to reserve a tee time at least one day in advance.

Sa Tanca Golf Club

Meirana Golf Club

Minigolf

Minigolf Sant'Elmo

The mini golf area is part of Sant'Elmo's sport facilities and is open from the beginning of May from afternoon to evening. In the immediate vicinity there is also a kiosk and supermarket. It is located on the main road that leads past Villaggio Sant'Elmo, at Sant'Elmo Beach Hotel 4*.

Restaurants

Il Saraceno - Torre delle Stelle

Restaurant and pizzeria, also to take away. You will find this restaurant at the second entrance of Torre delle Stelle, when you drive along the SP17 from Geremeas towards Torre delle Stelle.

Da Barbara - Solanas

Known as a top restaurant that serves typical Sardinian specialities, this restaurant has a lot of regular guests from Cagliari. To be sure to find a free table, we suggest you to make a reservation. Situated on the SP17 in Solanas, between Cagliari and Villasimius, close to the petrol station.

Il Miraggio-old street after Villasimius

The restaurant is open from March to October. It offers small tables right on the sandy beach, and you can even eat a little something there after midnight. It is located on the provincial road 17 in the direction of Villasimius, shortly after the Villaggio Mandorli resort.

La Lanterna - Villasimius

This simple restaurant with black-and-white tiled flooring and wood panelled walls offers good pizza, seafood and homemade desserts. The service is good and very friendly.

Il Giardino - Villasimius

The bright dining room and the beautiful garden offer a welcoming ambience. Here you can enjoy typical Sardinian cuisine and fish specialities, based on the freshest of products.

La Tartana - Villasimius

This restaurant lies directly in the centre of the lively town of Villasimius. The delicious cuisine ranges from fish dishes to pizza.

Is Bisus - San Pietro

s'obreschida means morning dawn in the Sardinian language. It is a spacious restaurant with a pleasant terrace and a huge barbeque, and offers authentic cuisine, such as suckling pig. It is located in San Pietro, Castiadas (Loc. Masone Murtas)

Le Vecchie Carceri

Very original Sardinian cuisine and pizza. You can sit outside and look directly at the ex prison of Castiadas. In low season open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, otherwise daily.

Su Tostoini - San Pietro

Here you can enjoy a very good pizza at a good price. The place is a bit off the beaten track.

Araxi'e Mari - San Pietro

A large restaurant with a barbecue and patio. Traditional dishes such as Porcheddu (suckling pig) are served here, but the speciality is fish dishes.

Pizzeria Snackeria-Sant'Elmo

There is a pizzeria directly in front of the S. Elmo holiday resort, beside the supermarket. It also serves salads and steaks, or you can just go there for a drink. It is opened in the summer from May-September.

Sa Cardiga e Su Pisci - Costa Rei

This restaurant is mentioned in the Michelin guide of restaurants and offers excellent regional and fish cuisine. All pasta dishes can be prepared gluten free if asked for.

L'Aragosta da Max - Costa Rei

A Swiss-owned restaurant that has been located in a fishing village on the Costa Rei for decades. On the terrace with a Mediterranean flair, you can enjoy the first-class food in an upscale price category.

Pink Lady - Costa Rei

In addition to delicious pizza, this restaurant in Rei Marina offers first-class seafood appetizers. It is situated about 50 metres from the main Via Ichnusa road.

Camping Village Le Dune

The restaurant-pizzeria on the campsite is big and furnished in a very simple way, just in front of the children's playground. It's perfect if you want to stay close and if you want to, you can walk in right from the beach. The food and pizza are of a good standard.

Motorboat excursions and renting

Skipper Service Enterprise di Cincotti & C. Snc

Sailing boats or motor yachts (with or without skipper) can be chartered in the new marina of Villasimius.

Matilda II

Group boat trips on the 22-meter-long sailboat Matilda II built according to the historical model. Maximum of 60 people. Daniele, the ship's builder and captain, takes you to the Isola die Cavoli, where a short guide to the lighthouse is possible. A Sardinian lunch is prepared on the ship and is included.

Maby Mare

Located on the Molo S boat dock, Maby Mare offers group boat trips with the Veliero Maby II. A day trip including lunch on board is possible for a price of 80 euros per person. Departure a 10:30, return 17:00 hrs.

Sub Nautica

Offers boat trips and boat service.

Blu&Blu

Boat hire in Villasimius.

Delfino Club

The Delfino Club offers rubber dinghy rental, boat excursions and pedal boats at the Cala Giunco beach.

Tamatete - Cala Sinzias

The Lido Tamatete also offers motorboat rental, excursions with a skipper and diving excursions at the beach bar in Cala Sinzias.

Sporting Yacht Club - Villa Rei

Boat storage facilities, boat hire and guided excursions by rubber boat.

Sardinia Charter - Monte Nai

This centre can be easily found taking a stroll along the beach. It is located between the Hotel Costa Rei and the Free Beach Club. It offers water sports, including sailing and motorboat hire, with a skipper. It also offers full- or half-day boat trips for up to twelve people. For rentals of one week, a maximum of six passengers are allowed. Reservations can be made directly at the beach or by telephone. They operate from the beginning of June.

Sailover

Innovative and exclusive sailboat rental service dedicated to anyone who wants to experience an unforgettable day or just a few hours at sea. Whether you are an expert navigator, a perfect neophyte or a tourist on vacation, Sailover probably has the solution you are looking for. You can easily book any boat in the fleet at any time of the year along the coasts of Southern Sardinia. Nautical base in Marina Piccola, Marina di Capitana and Marina di Teulada.

Windsurfing Club Cagliari

Centro Sport Nautici-Piscina Rei

Situated on the beach of Piscina Rei, also offers boat excursions.

Restaurants in Cagliari

Lo Spinnaker

Fish restaurant at Marina Piccola, a small port where the 9-km long Poetto beach begins. Known more for its great location than its good food.

Lo Scoglio

Great restaurant with terrace and sea view. Delicious fish dishes and wine cellar

Antico Caffè

The restaurant is located below the Bastione di Saint Remy at the corner of Cagliari's famous shopping boulevard, Via Garibaldi. This "cafe" is actually a restaurant where you can enjoy typical specialties in a refined, international atmosphere.

Dal Corsaro

This restaurant is indisputably among the best in Cagliari, if not in Sardinia. It has been awarded with a star by the Michelin Guide: Sardinian flavours are presented with imagination and offer taste and balance. For a less expensive experience, you can choose the bistro part of the "Fork" restaurant. The entrance, telephone and boss are identical, the motto of Fork is 'easy".

Saint Remy

Top restaurant in chic ambience, which is run by Signore Marino, who has a lot of experience. It offers mainly fish dishes. The menu depends on the supply and therefore changes daily. The menu is based very much on traditions from Cagliari.

Cycling

Sardinia outdoor garden & bike centre

Bicycles are delivered directly to the house or can be picked up at a bike centre in a hotel near you. They also organise bike tours or offer GPS equipment with loaded tours.

Tennis courts

Tennis courts in Torre delle Stelle

For tennis court reservation in the Torre delle Stelle grounds, please contact the caretaker.

Country Club Geremeas

There are tennis courts in the Geremeas grounds between Geremeas and the Van Gogh restaurant. If you drive south on the SP17, you will see the tennis courts at km 19 at the edge of the road. They are part of the country club, but are available to the public by reservation and for a fee.

Hotel & Resort Sofitel Thalassa Timi Ama

Four tennis courts belonging to the hotel. To book, please call a day in advance.

Camping Capo Ferrato

Campground with tennis courts and mini golf located at the north end of Costa Rei.

Free Beach Club - Capo Ferrato

The holiday village Free Beach Club also has tennis courts. It is located just beside the supermarket Delfino in Sant'Elmo.

Agriturismo

Gli Ulivi - Cala Sinzias

This family run business is situated in a vineyard with an olive grove, peach trees and tomatoes growing in greenhouses. The quality of the produce is guaranteed. With their fresh products and local specialties, the owners prepare delicious Sardinian dishes with a warm and welcoming ambience.

Sa Marighedda - Olia Speciosa

Traditional cuisine in a Sardinian style environment. In summer you can eat outside under the porch while the kids can play in the playground. The owners create a warm and welcoming ambience and the kitchen offers dishes like homemade ravioli, baked vegetables, panadas, culurgionis with tomato, handmade malloreddus, among the desserts pardulas and seadas. Here you can also try the typical roasted suckling pig and grilled lamb.

Motorbike and scooter rental

Planet Motors

MotoZAI, in cooperation with Planet Motors, offers bicycle, scooter and motorcycle hire as well as motorcycle clothing and accessories. Everyone can find what they're looking for: experts, beginners and those who want to take an exam after receiving instruction. Their fleet offers 125, 250, 650 and 990 respectively with a wide range of models of motorcycles for all needs.

Trekking and excursions

Cooperativa Monte dei Sette Fratelli

This cooperative organises off-road vehicle excursions, bird watching and guided hikes in the impressive mountain chain between Costa Rei and Cagliari, the Sette Fratelli.

Serpeddí 4x4

Excursions for singles and groups in the whole of Sardinia and particularly on the south-east coast and in the Sette Fratelli park. The offerings range from 4x4 tours, hiking, trekking and Nordic Walking to boat excursions.

Wild Sardinia

CAI Cagliari

Sardinian Branch of the Italian Alpine Club

Markets

Weekly street market - Villasimius

Open Saturdays all year round.

Weekly street market - Costa Rei

Every Thursday and Saturday from June to September. You will find the market near the blue church in front of the newspaper stand.

Quad

Iba Sa Cresia

Take the main road Via Ichnusa to the north end of Costa Rei. Iba Sa Cresia lies about 200 metres before the campground Le Dune, on the left hand side. They offer excursions with quads and on horseback.

Bars and beachbars

Baccusardus - Villasimius

Typical Sardinian wines and food. It is a good meeting place for an aperitif; you can try everything before buying it.

Il Delfino - Sant'Elmo

This pizzeria is situated directly in the holiday resort of Sant'Elmo. It also serves salads and steaks, or you can simply visit the bar. It is open from May to September.

Pastry- and baker shops

Panificio Frau - Villasimius

Pastry shop Marci - Villasimius

The pastry shop Marci produces traditional, well crafted Sardinian pastries as well as all kinds of cakes. Individual tarts can be ordered for private parties and weddings.

General practitioner

Dr Panzeri

Dr Maria Vittoria Melis

Delicacies

Caseificio Codonesu - Camisa

Su Civraxiu

Delicious homemade Sardinian specialties. Mainly baked goods, but also other items on offer. Beautifully decorated.

Places of interest, landmarks

Old Fortress - Villasimius

The fortress is situated on a cape close to Capo Carbonara at the eastern end of Cagliari Gulf. It is a complex structure, originally built as a defence post against barbarous incursions. It is a defensive structure that was supposed to protect the people against the raids of the barbarians and whose first part was probably built during the Aragonese period. During the Spanish era the building was then integrated into a structure with four towers. The old defence tower has been drawing attention in the last view years because of a very special exhibition: old documents and photos from the history of piracy are displayed here.

Capo Carbonara - nature protection area

The marine reserve "Area Marina Protetta di Capo Carbonara" has been running round the "Capo Carbonara" at Villasimius since 1998. This section of the sea between Capo Boi in the west and the Isola di Serpentara in the east, is a snorkel and nature paradise. Apart from many species of fish, visitors can also observe a large number of rare waterbirds.

Sette Fratelli mountains

In the nearby mountains of the Sarrabus you will find a change from the beach. Here you will find many hiking trails around the seven peaks of the granite massif, the highest being the Punta Sa Ceraxa, which rises 1016 metres above stone forests and mastic trees. Always keep an adequate water reserve with you in the summer. The entrance to the nature reserve is on the road to Cagliari, near the turnoff to the village of Burcei. For guided hikes, please contact the Cooperative Monte dei Sette Fratelli (see Excursions).

Nuraghe s'Omu e s'Orcu - Castiadas

The S’Omu e S’Orcu nuraghe can be found near Santa Giusta, inside the borders of Castiadas district. Due to its complex construction, it is one of the most important nuraghi on the island. Nuraghi are tower-shaped structures made of stone, built more than 3,000 years ago. Up until now, more than 7,000 such towers have been discovered, all over Sardinia. One of the best-known nuraghi is Su Nuraxi, near Barumini.

Menhirs and Nuraghi – ancient ruins on the Costa Rei

Scalas and Cuile Piras, the Nuragic holy places of worship were established around 3,000 BC close to Piscina Rei, not far behind the lagoon. The 43 menhirs (1-2 metres high and 50-70 cm wide stones set into the ground) are arranged in small groups of roughly 3 to 4 menhirs. It is assumed by the layout of the menhirs that the site was used for astronomical observations relating to the solstice or lunar cycles. The S’Omu e S’Orcu nuraghe can be found near Santa Giusta, inside the borders of Castiadas district. Due to its complex construction, it is one of the most important nuraghe on the island. Nuraghi are tower-shaped structures made of stone, built more than 3,000 years ago. Up until now, more than 7,000 such towers have been discovered all over Sardinia. One of the best-known nuraghe is Su Nuraxi, near Barumini.

Mercato di San Benedetto, Cagliari

The San Benedetto market was inaugurated in 1957 and is one of the largest European community markets. On the ground floor is the fish department, while the upper floor offers fresh fruits, vegetables, meat and other delicacies. Early in the morning (except on Sunday) is the best time to visit the market, where you can find all the gastronomic treasures Sardinia has to offer. The market and the many shops and bars around it are also a good opportunity for an Italian breakfast or a tasty snack.

Beaches

Genn‘e Mari und Cann'e Sisa - Torre delle Stelle

Bay of Torre delle Stelle, on the crystal clear sea hovers a small yacht

These two beaches belong to the holiday resort Torre delle Stelle. Genn'e Mari offers white sand and a gradually sloping seabed - ideal for swimming. Cann'e Sisa has cream-coloured sand and offers bars and many sports facilities.

Geremeas and Kala‘e Moru

Beautiful white sandy beach, about 3 km long, right in front of Geremeas. Well equipped. The crystalline water shimmers with beautiful colours over a seabed of pebbles. The end of Geremeas beach is called Kala'e Moru. It is just in front of the settlement with the same name. Parking just behind the beach.

Mari Pintau - direction Cagliari

This fantastic beach is located directly on the coast road SP 17 to Cagliari. Mari Pintau gets its name "painted sea" because of the spectacularly intense turquoise and blue colours of the sea water next to the almost white sand and pebble beach. Just park the car on the edge of the street and walk down a few hundred metres to the beach.

Solanas

The Solanas's town beach is just about 1 km long and offers white sand and shallow water. As it is practically attached to the town, you can find bars and sport equipment for rent right on the beach.

Campus - Villasimius

Beautiful, broad, sandy beach with deep water just before the town of Villasimius if you are coming from Cagliari.

Campulongu - Villasimius

This narrow sand beach has fine sand and is located opposite the yacht harbour. It is a famous surfing spot, and the sun sets in the west making for fantastic sunsets.

Porto Giunco - Villasimius

The Cala Giunco beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia: crystal-clear water and white Caribbean-like sand. Drive towards the harbour and turn left. When you see the lake, keep slightly to the right.

Punta Molentis - Villasimius

Small, splendid bathing bay with water as clear as glass and a dazzling white sand beach. Take the coastal road from Costa Rei to Villasimius. After about 16 km, in the middle of a left turn, turn right on a gravel road and go under the road. After another 1.3 km you reach the beach.

Cala Sinzias - by Sant'Elmo und Li Conchi

Beautiful white sand beach of Cala Sinzias, only about 1.5 miles from Li Conchi

Cala Sinzias is situated between Villasimius and Costa Rei. Framed by high mountains, gnarled trees and macchia which reaches as far as the beach. The heavenly water has been recognized by the Goletta Verde as the cleanest of the Mediterranean Sea. Outside the high season, the bay is an oasis of silence. In the summer there are the beach bars Tamatete and Maklas (see Beach Bars).

Cala Pira - road after Villasimius

Small bathing bay close to the road that goes from Costa Rei to Villasimius (SP 18) at about km 11, opposite the island of Serpentara. The sand is white and the water shallow.

Sant'Elmo

A lovely section of beach in front of a resort with the same name is composed of rock formations and small sandy bays. It is protected by the Monte Turno hill to the south, which gives its name to the next section of beach.

Costa Rei

The Costa Rei beach is about 8 km long and is characterized by its fine white to yellow sand and crystalline water. Worth mentioning is the characteristic granite rock Scoglio di Peppino. The Costa Rei beach was voted the fifth most beautiful in the world in the Lonely Planet.

Poetto-Cagliari

Cagliari's nearly 10 km long city beach is a rendezvous for sunbathers during the day. In the evenings, there is dancing at the endless number of beach bars found everywhere - from fiery salsa sounds to hard rock.

Porto Pirastu - Capo Ferrato

Small bay framed by flat rocks at the northern end of Costa Rei. Grey sand and pebble beach, less suitable for children. A pine forest behind the beach offers shade from the midday sun.

Wine cellars

Cantina Sociale di Castiadas

A Cantina Sociale corresponds to a cooperative, and is one of the traditional forms of wine production in Sardinia. A visit is worthwhile to taste the wine varieties produced here, such as the Cannonau (red) or Vermentino (white). The wine from Castiadas is now exported all over Europe. If you like the wine, you can buy it directly at the Cantina Sociale. We recommend the inexpensive and original five-litre bag in a wooden box that costs about 10 euros.

Distillery Sa Bresca Dorada

The myrtle liquor and Grappa of Sa Bresca Dorada are gaining popularity beyond Sardinian borders. If you wish to buy directly from the producer, leave S. Elmo/Costa Rei and drive in the direction of S. Priamo/Muravera. A sign bearing the inscription "Bresca Dorada" leads you directly to the point of sale below the Monte Liuru.

Cities and towns

Torre delle Stelle

Between Cagliari and Villasimius, below the 30 kilometre long panoramic road that runs along the south coast, is where the tourist resort of Torre delle Stelle around the Saracen tower Torre de Su Fenugu was built about 30 years ago. On a single hill, south and north of two sandy beaches, are majestic villas where film actors and singers of the rock and pop scene spend their summer holidays. The owners of the restaurants and supermarkets offer homemade Sardinian specialties such as Culurgiones and other varieties of local pasta fresca. Numerous leisure and sports facilities, as well as a diving school provide entertainment. The most beautiful and longest bathing beach in Solanas and the unspoilt coastal section around Geremeas with a beautiful natural sandy beach makes this part of the south coast particularly attractive.

Villasimius

In the old Sardinian fishing village Villasimius in the 1060s, Ernst Jünger wrote his book "Am Saracenenturm". The piazza, with its Mediterranean charm, is the centre of village life, where old and young meet in the evening. In July and August there is a small Dorado with lively nightlife. Numerous restaurants, pizzerias and shops complete the leisure offerings. The old fortress from the 17th century can be found in the port, inside which an international art centre now organises exhibitions. Going to Capo Carbonara, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the sea. Villasimius is known for its diversity of underwater flora and fauna and has been declared a nature reserve.

Olia Speciosa

Olia Speciosa is a small village not far from the Costa Rei, towards Muravera. There you can buy Sardinian goods cheaper than on the Costa Rei. Next to the beautiful church and the town hall decorated with Sardinian wall paintings, there are some typical shops and restaurants. Catch-fresh fish can be bought in the local pescheria located behind the bank, on the left in front of the town hall. Handmade ravioli and delicious little pastries are available in the pasticceria at the entrance of the village. Everything radiates rural charm inspiring everyone who is looking for the non-touristic, true Sardinia. Another attraction is the Cantina Sociale. There you can buy wine from the barrel cheaply in a "damigiana", a plastic canister that you bring yourself. You can also purchase award winning wines in the local wine boutique of Cantina. Camisa will seduce you with bread specialties from Su Civraxu and, just around the corner, with local pecorino of the Caseificio.

Fish markets

Cooperativa Pescatori Feraxi- Olia Speciosa

This is one of three direct sales of the fishermen's cooperative of Feraxi. Among other things, you will find fresh mussels, oysters, sea bass and sea bream and from their own breeding operation. In the summer you can also find the shop on the Costa Rei in Piazza Europa.

Museums

Archeological Museum - Villasimius

For a few years now, the archaeological museum has been housed in a historical building dating from the 18th century. Among the items on display here are finds from earliest times up to the early Middle Ages. The museum gives particular importance to underwater findings. The highlight of the exhibits are remains of a wreck near the Isola dei Cavoli and the reproduction of an underwater excavation. Opening hours: daily in summer: 10:00-19:00 and 21:00-midnight: Closed Mondays

Former penal colony - Castiadas

The museum is located in the centre of Castiadas. On August 11, 1875, under the leadership of the prison inspector Eugenio Cicognani, 30 prisoners and seven guards of the San Bartolomeo penal colony from Cagliari landed on the nearby beach of Cala Sinzias. They were to undertake work draining the fields. Eventually this became uninhabited because of malaria and frequent plague epidemics, and degenerated. The prison closed in 1958. The museum documents the time of the penal colony with photos and videos. Open from June to October

Loungers and beach bars

Tamatete - Cala Sinzias

A beach bar with cheerful colours that prides itself on its "granita" (finely crushed water ice with fruit syrup) and their healthy breakfast options. At noon and in the evening it offers very tasty light meals and the finest fish from the grill.

Maklas - Cala Sinzias

This stylish beach bar is open from May to October. Unfortunately, it is not inexpensive. In the evening, you can try their excellent grilled meat and fish, but only with a reservation.

Iki Beach - Monte Turno

Elegant beach bar in the beautiful bay of Cala Monte Turno. Sometimes there are DJ sets and events.

Jessy Beach

A simple beach bar with a great offer: Bistrot and Coktails. Also a stunning view over the beach of Costa Rei. Peculiarity: there are three parots at the bar who speack itlian and german.

Pharmacy

Farmacia Perra - Torre delle Stelle

Open only in the summer months

Farmacia Perra - Solanas

Open daily from 15th May-30th September, including Sundays and public holidays. Beside the church in Solanas.

Farmacia Vincenzo Carta - Villasimius

Farmacia Piredda - Olia Speciosa

Farmacia Piredda - Costa Rei

Open only in summer. Behind the Piazza Sardegna.

For families with kids

Playground Tamatete

Children's playground on the lido of Tamatete on the beach of Cala Sinzias

The Lido Tamatete offers a small playground for children right on the beach.

Waterparks

Diverland

The pools of Diverland are located in a green oasis at the foot of the Sette Fratelli mountain range. In addition to the many slides and pools, there is a place with various boutiques where you can stroll and shop in peace. There are also two restaurants: for lunch, you can choose a quick, self-service option, and then later enjoy dinner at the à la carte restaurant.

Shopping centers

Le Vele-Carrefour - Cagliari

In addition to shops, outlets and services, there are stands and temporary exhibitions and many events take place here. The shopping centre also boasts an arcade, bowling and a large movie theatre. Open daily from 10:00-21:00