Gallura Inland Trips: Excursions near La Maddalena

From the Island to the Mainland: Discovering Gallura

While the island of La Maddalena offers everything you could wish for in a holiday, its location is ideal for short excursions into the Sardinian hinterland. A ferry ride of about 15–20 minutes to Palau takes you to the heart of Gallura, a region where nature has sculpted granite into bizarre shapes and history can be felt in every valley. Staying at Il Maestrale allows you to plan day trips ranging from Vermentino vineyards to cork forests, offering you a privileged insight into a lesser-known but deeply fascinating side of Sardinia.

Ancient Archaeology: Nuraghi and Giants' Tombs

Just a few kilometres from Palau, the Arzachena hinterland boasts some of the most important archaeological sites in all of Sardinia. Visiting Nuraghe La Prisgiona or the Coddu Vecchiu Giants' Tomb is a journey back in time, taking you three thousand years into the past. These imposing stone structures speak to the mastery of an ancient and mysterious civilisation. For our guests at Il Maestrale, these stops offer a high-calibre cultural alternative, perfect for May days when the pleasant sunshine allows for walks among archaeological sites, enveloped in the scent of cistus and lentisk.

The Nuraghe visible during a trip to the Gallura hinterland.

Granite Villages and Cork Forests: Luogosanto and Aggius

Continuing inland, you'll encounter timeless villages like Luogosanto and Aggius. Luogosanto, surrounded by dense forests, is the spiritual heart of Gallura, while Aggius is a gem nestled among granite peaks, famous for its hand-woven carpets and the evocative Museum of Banditry. Exploring these villages means discovering the Sardinia of artisan traditions and rejuvenating silence. Returning to your apartment at Il Maestrale in the evening after traversing Aggius's "Valley of the Moon" will make you appreciate even more the incredible variety of landscapes surrounding the island of La Maddalena.

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The village of Aggius from above.

Why choose Il Maestrale for your excursions in Sardinia

Il Maestrale positions itself as the perfect "base camp" for this type of hybrid tourism. Our establishment offers not just a roof over your head, but simplified logistics for those who want to experience the island of La Maddalena without missing out on the treasures of Gallura. Whether you wish to climb the Roccia dell'Orso in Palau or sample wine at a winery in Luras, by starting from us, you'll be sure to return to a modern, fresh environment ready to grant you well-deserved rest.