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About Sant'Antioco island

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Sant'Antioco island attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

General information

The beaches of Sant'Antioco island are mostly small and located in cozy bays. Some places have hard-to-reach bays of a bizarre shape, provoking active travelers to explore them. An important clarification - most beaches do not have natural shade, as the vegetation is either too small or completely absent, so do not forget your sun umbrella and protective products.

One of the interesting features of Sant'Antioco island is that most of its beaches are located away from the city's bustle, and many offer unforgettable views and magnificent seascapes. Maybe this This may not be the main factor determining the choice, but you must agree that getting a tan against an amazing landscape is much more pleasant!

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Sant'Antioco island Best beaches

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Kids friendly

Cala Lunga beach

Mercuri 1.1 km

8.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season
6.1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

La Salina beach

Cadesedda Calasetta 1.6 km

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season • Distant parking
6.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Sottotorre beach

Cadesedda Calasetta 0.4 km

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season
6.2 Amenities index

Grande Beach

Cadesedda Calasetta 2.9 km

8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
7.2 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Maladroxia Beach

Peonia Rosa 4.2 km

8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season • Distant parking
7.3 Amenities index

Coaquaddus Beach

Peonia Rosa 2.3 km

8.6
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
5.4 Amenities index

Popular types of Sant'Antioco island beaches

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 10 beaches in the island.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Sant'Antioco island.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Sant'Antioco island, they are as follows:

  • The island's beaches are mainly narrow, quite short and have a medium level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 8 such beaches.
  • Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 3 beaches in Sant'Antioco island, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Sant'Antioco island is less than 500 meters. 9 beaches are relatively easy to access, and 1 beach are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The vast majority of Sant'Antioco island beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Some beaches in Sant'Antioco island attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all sup boarders, kayakers, kite surfers.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

  • SUP is a relatively young sport that attracts more and more followers every year. Whether you are an experienced SUP rider or want to discover this activity, Sant'Antioco island is the perfect place for you. More than 5 beaches are popular among SUP boarders. Who knows, you will become an enthusiastic fan of SUP after visiting these beaches.
  • Kite or windsurfing. We know firsthand how difficult it is sometimes to find the right place for your favorite activity, especially if it is kite or windsurfing. So if you are a fan of these activities, then Sant'Antioco island may be the right choice for you, as there are over 2 beaches popular among kiters and windsurfers. There will be a fair wind, we are sure!
  • Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 3 beaches in Sant'Antioco island can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Sottotorre beach, Coaquaddus Beach.

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Please note that lifeguards supervise 6 beaches in the island, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the island is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 32.1°C and water up to 26.2°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 11.7°C and water to 14.8°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Sant'Antioco island? In total there are 10 beaches and the most popular is Cala Lunga beach.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Sant'Antioco island?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Sant'Antioco island, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 10 beaches in total, of which about 6 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

They are also usually:

The best beaches in Sant'Antioco island:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Sant'Antioco island?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Sant'Antioco island, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

See also: View all beaches in Sant'Antioco island and create your selection by features.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Sant'Antioco island?

Most of the beaches located in Sant'Antioco island are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Sant'Antioco island by access:

See also the categories:

Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Sant'Antioco island:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Sant'Antioco island?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Sant'Antioco island?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Sant'Antioco island by occupancy.

Popular categories:

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Which beaches in Sant'Antioco island are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

How to view all beaches by amenities details in Sant'Antioco island?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

Popular beach infrastructure categories:

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Sant'Antioco island?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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