Maddalena Archipelago

The La Maddalena Archipelago in the north of Sardinia, is one of the island's many natural parks. The park's goal is to protect the marine ecosystem and, in the process, protect the park's spectacular beaches. La Maddalena is the main island and the one from which the archipelago gets its name. Far from being a sleepy beach town, La Maddalena is a pretty big port town that gets lively during the summer months.

The island is easy to explore with your own vehicle and you can explore the island's many coves and beaches. Beyond the main island, there are many smaller ones (some more accessible than others) and ferry routes from La Maddalena.

The Maddalena Archipelago is made up of several islands in the Strait of Bonifacio between Corsica and Sardinia. The main island (Isola Maddalena) can be reached by ferry from Palau in just over 20 minutes. There’s a tour that includes several islands (Spargi, Maddalena, and Santo Stefano) which you can book in Palau or Santa Teresa di Gallura. I’d really recommend booking your boat tour in advance, especially if you go during the high season.

La Maddalena is the main island of the eponymous archipelago of 7 islets between the northern tip of Sardinia and the south coast of Corsica. Naturally, the islands’ culture is a mix of Sardinian and Corsican influences and they have been a popular crossroads since Roman times. These days, the islands are famous for their rocky landscape and beautiful white-sand beaches.