(Almost) Secret Beaches of Stintino: 2025 Guide to Life Beyond La Pelosa

When you picture Stintino, the first image is usually the dazzling white ribbon of La Pelosa. Yet within a few kilometres lie quieter coves—ideal for photographers, serenity-seekers and anyone who wants a more authentic slice of north-west Sardinia. This ~1,200-word guide rounds up seven alternative beaches to explore in 2025, complete with timings, access tips, facilities and eco-etiquette.

1 · Le Saline — the watersports playground 🏄‍♂️

Why goA 2-km stretch of tiny quartz grains (they never burn your feet) and a gently-sloping seabed that makes kite, wind and stand-up paddle lessons super-safe.

Getting there

• 7 min by car from Stintino village

• Pay-and-display car park 50 m from the sand

FacilitiesBeach bar, wind/kite rental, portable toilets.

Eco tip: the steady breeze keeps Villa interiors naturally cool—if you stay at Villa I Banani you can rinse gear in the outdoor shower and skip the A/C.

2 · Ezzi Mannu — a sunset classic 🌅

Pebble-and-sand mix, noticeably quieter than La Pelosa even in high season. The sun drops straight into the sea, flooding Asinara Island with pink light.

Best time  Mid-June to September, when the seasonal kiosk serves aperitivi of local Vermentino DOC.Access  Follow the SP 34; free parking (limited)—arrive before 10 a.m.

3 · Punta Negra — snorkeling over posidonia meadows 🤿

A granite-framed half-moon of fine sand. Mask and fins reveal Posidonia oceanica lawns dotted with shoals of salema—an underwater micro-reserve.

• No services—pack water and shade.

• 20-min coastal walk from Le Saline car park (closed shoes recommended).

4 · Cala Lupo — the “urban” bay ✨

Steps from the village, with cement sun-terraces, crystalline water and stone entry ramps—excellent for pushchairs or reduced mobility.

Free parking inside the residential complexBar and mini-market within 300 m

Staying in one of our Holiday Homes means you can stroll to Cala Lupo in under 15 minutes.

5 · Pazzona — absolute silence 🤫

Three micro-coves separated by low headlands. No bars, no music—just waves and the scent of everlasting flowers.

• Rough track—avoid motorhomes over 6 m.

• Bring everything you need; take all rubbish back (no bins).

6 · Tamerici — the dog-friendly beach 🐾

Since 2024 a fenced strip offers showers and biodegradable poo-bags for four-legged travellers. Shallow water and natural shade under tamarisk trees.

• Reserve a spot via the free “Dog Beach Stintino” app.

• Remember the lead and muzzle if you stop at the kiosk.

7 · Coscia di Donna — hike & swim 🥾

Reachable only on foot (40 min from the Capo Falcone car park), it rewards the effort with cliff-top views and water that shifts from turquoise to emerald.

Difficulty	Ascent	Tips
Moderate	120 m ↗︎	Trail shoes, 1 L water, depart before 08:30

How to treat these little paradises

1. Book in advance where required — Le Saline operates daily caps in August.

2. No sand souvenirs — Removing it has been illegal since 2017 (fines up to €3,000).

3. Reef-safe sunscreen only — Protect the posidonia carpets.

4. Sort your waste — Stintino has roadside eco-islands for glass, plastic, organics.

Up-to-date info: Municipality of Stintino https://www.comune.stintino.ss.it/ and Sardinia Tourism https://www.sardegnaturismo.it/.

When to go & what to expect

Month	Air / Sea	Crowd level	Highlights
May	22 / 18 °C	Low	Blooming maquis, perfect kite breeze
June	26 / 21 °C	Medium	Kiosks open, long daylight
July–Aug	30 / 25 °C	High	Evening events in town
September	27 / 24 °C	Medium-low	Warm sea, shorter queues
October	23 / 22 °C	Low	Golden light, softer prices

Last-minute tips

• Pre-book parking and entry where possible.

• Pack a thermal bottle—tap water is drinkable, plastic isn’t.

• Stop at the Capo Falcone viewpoint at sunset for panoramic photos.

• Choose nearby accommodation: fewer transfers = more beach time.

Conclusion

Exploring Stintino’s lesser-known beaches lets you dodge the crowds, discover a new landscape each day and help spread visitor numbers more sustainably. Book your villa or holiday home now at https://www.lionholidaysardinia.com/ and grab your towel, bottle and sense of adventure—the secret coast of north-west Sardinia is waiting!