Best Pebble Beaches in Sardinia
We rank the 6 pebble beaches in Sardinia. Cala Goloritzé (Italy) comes first with 4.8 / 5, followed by Cala Mariolu, Cala Luna.
The sea reaches about 23 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from June to September. 2 of the 6 have easy access, and 4 are hidden gems.
1Cala Goloritzé
Sardinia, Italy · 4.8 / 5 · Challenging access · about 24 °CA secluded cove under a limestone needle, reached only on foot or by boat — worth every step.
2Cala Mariolu
Gulf of Orosei, Sardinia, Italy · 4.8 / 5 · Challenging access · about 23 °CA pebble cove with vivid turquoise water below steep cliffs, reachable only by boat or on foot.
3Cala Luna
Gulf of Orosei, Sardinia, Italy · 4.7 / 5 · Challenging access · about 22 °CA crescent of pale pebbles and coarse sand between limestone cliffs, with caves along the back and a freshwater pond behind the beach.
4Cala Fuili
Cala Gonone, Dorgali, Sardinia, Italy · 4.6 / 5 · Moderate access · about 22 °CA pebble and rock cove near Cala Gonone on the east coast of Sardinia, set below green limestone cliffs.
5Balai Beach
Porto Torres, Sardinia · 4.3 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA small pebble and sand cove on the north-west coast of Sardinia near Porto Torres, with clear water and a rocky shoreline.
6Cala Gonone Beach
Cala Gonone, Sardinia, Italy · 4.3 / 5 · Easy access · about 24 °CA fine pebble beach in the small resort of Cala Gonone, on the Gulf of Orosei, with clear water beside the harbour.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cala Goloritzé | Italy | 4.8 | 24 °C | June–September | Challenging |
| 2 | Cala Mariolu | Italy | 4.8 | 23 °C | May–September | Challenging |
| 3 | Cala Luna | Italy | 4.7 | 22 °C | May–October | Challenging |
| 4 | Cala Fuili | Italy | 4.6 | 22 °C | June–September | Moderate |
| 5 | Balai Beach | Italy | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
| 6 | Cala Gonone Beach | Italy | 4.3 | 24 °C | June–September | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when the shoreline is mostly of this type, then ranked by our editorial score. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated pebble beaches in Sardinia?
Our top three are Cala Goloritzé (4.8 out of 5), Cala Mariolu (4.8 out of 5), Cala Luna (4.7 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from June to September. Water temperatures average about 23 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
Balai Beach, Cala Gonone Beach have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.