Cala Spalmatore

Cala Spalmatore opens along the north-western coast of the island of La Maddalena and is one of the largest and most open bays in the Archipelago. Its wide, gently curved shape gives it an airy and luminous character, allowing the landscape to unfold without interruption. The beach is made of compact pale sand, bordered by low rocky stretches that follow the shoreline without breaking its natural harmony.

The sea at Cala Spalmatore slopes gradually, with mostly sandy seabeds that keep the water clear and bright even several meters from shore. Colors range from very pale green to soft turquoise, becoming progressively deeper toward open water. In calm conditions, the bay offers a large area ideal for relaxed swimming and extended stops, with a constant feeling of openness and visual continuity.

Seen from the sea, Cala Spalmatore appears as a broad, orderly inlet, easy to identify and approach by dinghy. Its size allows boaters to choose the most suitable stopping point depending on wind and crowd levels, making it a flexible stop within an island itinerary. Arriving by boat highlights its scale and brightness, as the landscape gradually opens up ahead.

Including Cala Spalmatore in a dinghy tour of the La Maddalena Archipelago means adding a spacious and soothing stop, where beauty comes from the balance between sea, sand, and horizon. It is a cove that does not rely on surprise, but on light, space, and a sea that invites you to pause and enjoy time at a slower pace.