In the heart of the province of Olbia Tempio in northeastern Sardinia, not far from the Emerald Coast, lies the ancient port of Palau, which today is a cozy resort surrounded by the most enchanting views of the island.
Palau beaches
Thanks to the excellent water quality, high standards of services for vacationers and the cleanliness of the sand near the coastline, some of the picturesque beaches of Palau have been receiving the prestigious Blue Flag award for many years.
In 2017, the beaches of Palau Vecchia in the heart of the resort, the long sandy beaches of La Sciumara, Isuledda - Porto Pollo and Liscia beach were noted, and more recently the list was replenished with the beaches of Isolotto and Stagno Saline Front, a stone's throw from the Park Hotel Cala di Lepre .
The Delphina hotels in Palau are also close to the beaches of Baia Saraceno, Punta Nera and Porto Faro - cozy, wind-sheltered coves where you can enjoy your time by the sea.
At the foot of the charming cape of Capo d'Orso, surrounded by lush Mediterranean vegetation, there is a small bay of Punta Cardinalino and Cala Capra - the beach opposite the Hotel Capo d'Orso and Residence Il Mirto.
Continuing on to Punta Sardegna and Costa Serena, don't miss the wonderful beaches of Cala di Trana, Punta Don Diego and Spiaggia di Talmone, where you can have an easy and fun time with a pleasant walk.
What to see in Palau
If you are spending your vacation in Palau, there are many wonders here that simply cannot be missed.The symbol of Gallura remains the famous Bear Rock, speckled by winds and sometimes a work of art, nature itself gave it the shape of a bear for thousands of years.
Since 1993, this rock has been a natural attraction of Sardinia and is located on top of the cape of the same name, 122 meters above sea level.Descending from the cape to the coast, you will reach the Capo d'Orso lighthouse.A very memorable and picturesque place with a particularly romantic atmosphere, in the evenings, when the scenery, colored by the lights of the sunset, echoes the ancient past of the island.
A few kilometers from Palau, north of Punta Sardegna, is the picturesque village of Porto Rafael.Set amidst the island's gorgeous nature, this village is known for its refined style.It has a lovely little port, shops and streets paved with Sardinian granite leading to a square where a delicious aperitif awaits you.Above the road leading to Porto Rafael rises the fortress of Monte Altura, a defensive building built at the end of the 19th century to protect the military base of La Maddalena and the entire archipelago.The impressive granite structure is a vivid example of architecture perfectly integrated into the landscape.
What to do in Palau
Palau offers many options for recreation and entertainment.The surrounding landscape, paths among the rocks and wonderful Mediterranean vegetation will appeal to lovers of nature and health walks.Enthusiastic photographers can find many picturesque places for exclusive photos.
One of these places is the observation deck, which offers a special and unforgettable view of the islands of the Archipelago.There are also nightclubs in the center of Palau where you can relax and have fun over an aperitif before heading to the nearby Costa Smeralda.
