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Spiaggia Sottoportorafael
About
Spiaggia Sottoportorafael is located on the Tyrrhenian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 226th place out of 374 beaches in the Sassari region 85.2 km away from its center, the city of Sassari. It is one of the beaches of Villa Monte Altura settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Spiaggia Sottoportorafael coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
29 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Spiaggia di Cala Martinella, which has a rating of 8.9.
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Beach overall scores
Spiaggia Sottoportorafael is located in Sassari within Villa Monte Altura, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Sardinia island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"Located merely 3 kilometers away from Palau port, lies an exquisite small beach that boasts of a pristine crystal-clear sea. This hidden gem is a sight to behold and is sure to leave you spellbound."
Larissa Valtair
"This petite and secluded beach was discovered through the recommendations of fellow travelers. Though it lacks the amenities of bars and restaurants, it provides the perfect haven for unwinding and basking in the tranquil waters. Swimming in the sea, one can even catch a glimpse of the vibrant marine life swimming alongside them. The path leading to this serene oasis is brie..."
Maxwell K.
User reviews
"Located merely 3 kilometers away from Palau port, lies an exquisite small beach that boasts of a pristine crystal-clear sea. This hidden gem is a sight to behold and is sure to leave you spellbound."
Larissa Valtair
"This petite and secluded beach was discovered through the recommendations of fellow travelers. Though it lacks the amenities of bars and restaurants, it provides the perfect haven for unwinding and basking in the tranquil waters. Swimming in the sea, one can even catch a glimpse of the vibrant marine life swimming alongside them. The path leading to this serene oasis is brie..."
Maxwell K.
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Located at nearest locality
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1.5km from center
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1km from center
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1.3km from center
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1.9km from center
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Porto Rafael• 8 min walk
- Harry's Bar• 11 min walk
- Ristorante Porto Raf...• 11 min walk
- SOLAZ Winebar• 11 min walk
Attractions
- La Fortezza di Monte...• 6 min walk
- Fortezza di Monte Al...• 7 min walk
- Acapulco• 11 min walk
- Faro di Punta Palau• 15 min walk
Transport
- OLB• 34.4km
- Capannaccia• 4.3km
- Rudalza• 25.4km
Localities
- Villa Monte Altura• 680m
- Sassari• 85.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Spiaggia Sottoportorafael?
The coastline of Spiaggia Sottoportorafael is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Spiaggia Sottoportorafael?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Spiaggia Sottoportorafael, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Spiaggia Sottoportorafael good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Spiaggia Sottoportorafael does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Spiaggia Sottoportorafael good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Spiaggia Sottoportorafael secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Spiaggia Sottoportorafael?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Spiaggia Sottoportorafael.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Porto Rafael is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Spiaggia Sottoportorafael?
There are 1152 places to stay in the Spiaggia Sottoportorafael area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Spiaggia Sottoportorafael include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Spiaggia Sottoportorafael from parking?
The Spiaggia Sottoportorafael has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Spiaggia Sottoportorafael?
There are 4 attractions near Spiaggia Sottoportorafael that are popular with travelers. The nearest are La Fortezza di Monte Altura located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Spiaggia Sottoportorafael?
The month with the highest temperature in Spiaggia Sottoportorafael is August. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Spiaggia Sottoportorafael (Sardinia island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Spiaggia Sottoportorafael (Sardinia island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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