“Aglientu is the best-kept secret of the north coast. A shoreline of pink granite coves, Vignola Mare as a seaside village full of character, and an inland area that is home to Vermentino di Gallura DOCG. Between Santa Teresa and Costa Paradiso, but more authentic than both.”
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Aglientu is a municipality of about 1,150 inhabitants in northern Gallura, in the province of Sassari. The historic village lies in the hills inland, 7 km from the sea, while the coast is dominated by the seaside village of Vignola Mare and a string of coves of pink granite.
It is still a place with little tourism compared with its neighbours Santa Teresa di Gallura (about 15 km to the north-east) and Costa Paradiso (10 km to the south-west). Those who know it come back every year precisely for this reason: pink granite, coves full of character, no crowds, and lower prices than on the north-east coast.
In Aglientu, AffittaSardegna directly manages a selection of homes between Vignola Mare and the inland villages. We're halfway between Santa Teresa and Costa Paradiso: a handy position for visiting both without spending Porto Cervo money.
Vignola Mare is Aglientu's seaside village — a small marina, a few restaurants, a supermarket, a seafront promenade with views. Nothing too touristy, nothing “discovered” by Instagram. A place that has kept its soul.
From here you set off to explore the coves along the Aglientu coast, reachable on foot along scenic paths or by car to the various car parks. It's also the hub for anyone wanting a base in Aglientu: restaurants, essential services, moorings for small boats.
The emblematic beach. Wide, pale sand, a gently sloping seabed, a pine forest behind.
The village beach: pale sand, a gently sloping seabed, with facilities. Convenient if you want everything close by.
A beach between granite rocks, with a wild atmosphere. Access via a path. Popular with locals.
A long, narrow cove with pale sand and a gently sloping seabed. An intimate atmosphere, great for families with children.
A cove between granite cliffs, with spectacular snorkelling. Access via steps, a primeval atmosphere.
A windy, wild beach. Access via a path through Mediterranean scrub.
Day tours leave from Vignola Mare to explore the coves between Aglientu, Costa Paradiso and Isola Rossa. Lunch on board, snorkelling, stops in the most secret bays. Paid excursion: check prices and times.
About 40 minutes away, towards Tempio Pausania and Aggius, lies the heart of Vermentino di Gallura country: vineyard tours and tastings. An authentic experience, not a touristy one.
Riding centres in the area organise horseback rides along the coast and inland. A relaxed experience, suitable for beginners too.
The scenic paths linking Aglientu's coves are among the most beautiful in the north. Easy walks, breathtaking views over the sea and the granite, from 30 minutes to 2 hours. Ideal at sunset.
Vignola Mare has some of the most authentic fish restaurants in the north. Bottarga, sea urchins in season, the local catch. AffittaSardegna recommends 2–3 trattorias via WhatsApp.
Aglientu is a spread-out area: a car is essential. We compare options via Discover Cars.
| Period | Sea | Crowds | Prices | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May–June | 🌊 21–23°C | 🟢 Almost deserted | 🟢 Reduced rates | ⭐ Best season |
| July | 🌊 25°C | 🟢 Low | 🟡 Standard | Coves still quiet |
| August | 🌊 25–26°C | 🟡 Moderate | 🔴 Peak | Less crowded than Santa Teresa |
| September | 🌊 24°C | 🟢 Low | 🟢 Reduced rates | ⭐ Favourite month + grape harvest |
| October–April | 🌊 16–19°C | 🟢 None | 🟢 The lowest rates of the year | Trekking, wineries |
75 km, 1 hr 15 min by car. The main airport for the north-east.
80 km. Ferry lines: Moby, Tirrenia, Grimaldi, GNV.
130 km, 2 hours by car. An alternative, with flights from central Italy.
90 km. For arrivals from Genoa/Civitavecchia/Barcelona.
In Aglientu we manage homes between Vignola Mare and the hills:
Each home has different amenities: you'll find them on every home's page.
Holiday homes managed directly since 2011. Book direct and save up to 15%.
About 15 km to the north-east. Capo Testa, the gateway to Bonifacio (Corsica), Rena Bianca.
10 km to the south-west. Sculpted pink granite, secret coves, a premium alternative.
25 km to the west. A Spanish tower and an islet of red granite.
About 40 km to the east. The port for La Maddalena, Capo d'Orso.
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