Holiday apartment in Costa Coralina: beaches, trails and culture
Accommodation in Costa Coralina
Those looking for a holiday apartment in Costa Coralina will find a coastal landscape where beaches, marine conservation, unpaved trails and cultural attractions around Olbia come together. Spiaggia Costa Corallina beach is part of the Tavolara and Molara Marine Protected Area. Costa Coralina therefore caters to different holiday interests, without the individual locations losing their own character.
Beaches and coves around Porto Istana
Porto Istana is located on the Costa Corallina in the municipality of Olbia. The Bay of Porto Istana consists of four beaches separated by small rocky strips. This interplay of sand and rocks gives the bay a clearly defined layout and offers different sections of beach within one coastal area.
The four coves of Porto Istana have very fine white sand that slopes gently into emerald-green water, making them particularly suitable for children. The seabed at Porto Istana is rich in marine flora and fauna and is therefore especially suitable for snorkeling. At the same time, the coves are a popular destination for windsurfers. The range of activities by the water therefore extends from relaxing beach moments to sporting activities.
The nearby area around Costa Coralina also includes Spiaggia di Porto Istana, Spiaggia dell'Isola dei Cavalli, Spiaggia dell'Isola Piana and Spiaggia di Murta Maria beaches.
Unpaved trails and maritime perspectives
The “Il sentiero di Costa Corallina” trail is approximately 3 km long in total and unpaved. It leads from Porto San Paolo to Corallina beach and then continues in the direction of Porto Istana. The trail passes through the Mediterranean maquis typical of Gallura and complements days at the beach with an experience of the landscape on foot.
The Marina di Costa Corallina also has its own distinctive character: it is a marina with 137 berths for boats measuring 4 to 12 metres in length. There is also a specific connection for travelling to Porto Istana: Porto Istana can be reached by bus from the centre of Olbia.
Cultural attractions around Costa Coralina
The ancient site of Holy Well Sa Testa is located in the area around Costa Coralina. Also nearby are the Museo del mare Olbia museum, the Museo archeologico di Olbia archaeological museum and Castello di Pedres o Pedreso castle. Alongside the coastal and natural experiences, these attractions add a cultural focus for days when sand and water are not the only things taking centre stage.
A holiday apartment in Costa Coralina to suit your holiday interests
When choosing a holiday apartment in Costa Coralina, you can base your decision on the experiences you are looking for. Porto Istana combines four beaches, white sand, emerald-green water, snorkeling opportunities and windsurfing. The trail through the Mediterranean maquis is ideal for travel plans that include an unpaved coastal route, while the marina highlights the maritime side of the area. Holy Well Sa Testa, the two museums and Castello di Pedres o Pedreso add ancient, maritime and archaeological themes. The bus connection from the centre of Olbia to Porto Istana also makes it easier to plan excursions without having to drive yourself.
More destinations for planning your trip
For further trip planning, you can also find Porto Rotondo, Tamarispa, Punta Molara, Arzachena, Capo Coda Cavallo, San Pasquale, Muntiggioni and Aglientu.
For the overarching travel overview: Olbia-Tempio.
