Cala Lunga

Cala Lunga opens along the western coast of the island of La Maddalena and is one of the broadest and most open bays on this side of the island. Its name reflects the elongated shape of the inlet, which stretches between low granite rocks and Mediterranean scrub, creating a natural balance between sea and land.

The beach is made of pale sand, occasionally interrupted by small rocky outcrops that do not disturb the overall harmony of the landscape. The seabed slopes gently and is predominantly sandy, keeping the water clear and bright even several meters from the shore. Colors range from very pale green in the shallows to soft turquoise and light blue toward the mouth of the bay.

Thanks to its natural shape, Cala Lunga often offers good shelter from the wind, making it a pleasant stop during a dinghy tour around the island. The bay’s size allows visitors to choose the calmest area depending on sea conditions, offering a sense of space rarely found in smaller coves.

Seen from the sea, Cala Lunga appears as a wide crescent of pale sand set between green vegetation and time-shaped granite. Arriving by dinghy highlights its proportions and brightness, as the coastline gradually opens up ahead. It is a stop defined by simplicity, balance, and the calm atmosphere typical of the Archipelago’s wider bays.