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AffittaSardegna — Posada

Posada: one of the most beautiful villages in Italy,
between castle, river and sea

“Posada is the village that makes you stop the car: colourful houses clinging to the rock, a medieval castle on top, and below a green plain that runs all the way to the sea. One of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy, and you can see why.”

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What Posada is like

Posada is a village on the north-east coast of Sardinia, in the province of Nuoro, listed among I Borghi più Belli d'Italia (the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy). It stands on a rocky spur overlooking the valley of the Posada river and the plain that slopes down to the sea, halfway between San Teodoro and the Gulf of Orosei. A mosaic of colourful houses, steep lanes and views that suddenly open onto green and blue.

It's a destination for anyone seeking sea and authenticity together: long, uncrowded beaches a few minutes away, a fairy-tale medieval village and a nature reserve along the river. Far from the glitz, close to the real Sardinia. Our nearest homes are in Budoni and Siniscola, a few minutes away.

Posada is the place where you spend the morning on the beach and in the afternoon climb up to the castle to watch the sunset over the plain, with herons flying over the river. Two holidays in one: sea and village, ten minutes apart.

The village and the Castello della Fava

The old town climbs up to the Fava Castle, a 13th-century medieval fortress. The climb to the tower rewards you with a 360° view over the Posada plain, the winding river, the lagoons and the sea on the horizon. The lanes are a succession of colourful houses, arches and photogenic corners. The legend behind the name (“della Fava”, of the broad bean) tells of a siege broken by a trick: a pigeon fed on broad beans was released towards the enemy to make them believe the village had plenty of food.

Posada's beaches

San Giovanni

A long sandy beach with a gently sloping seabed and pine forest behind. Wide and peaceful, ideal for families.

La Caletta (Siniscola)

Just to the south: a long beach with a small harbour, pale sand and facilities. Handy if you want everything within reach.

Su Tiriarzu

A wide, natural beach at the mouth of the Posada river, with dunes and a protected setting. Less crowded.

Must-do experiences

  • Climb up to the Castello della Fava — the view over the plain and the sea at sunset
  • Canoeing down the Posada river — through the nature reserve among herons and greenery
  • The village at sunset — when the colourful houses glow with golden light
  • Trips to San Teodoro and the Gulf of Orosei — both close by
  • Local produce — the Nuoro hinterland offers cheeses, wines and authentic traditions

When to come to Posada

Period Sea Crowds Prices
May–Jun 🌊 21–23°C 🟢 Low 🟢 Reduced rates
July 🌊 25°C 🟡 Moderate 🟡 Moderate
August 🌊 26°C 🟡 Moderate 🔴 High
September 🌊 25°C 🟢 Low 🟢 Reduced rates
Oct–Apr 🌊 17–19°C 🟢 None 🟢 The lowest rates of the year

How to get to Posada

  • Olbia Airport (OLB) — about 60 km, 50 minutes by car. The most convenient gateway.
  • Port of Olbia — about 60 km. Ferries from Genoa, Civitavecchia, Livorno.
  • Car hire — essential for beaches, the village and the surrounding area. Compare on Discover Cars.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Posada one of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy?
For its perfectly preserved medieval old town: colourful houses clinging to a rocky spur, steep lanes and the Castello della Fava at the top, with views over the river plain and the sea. A rare blend of landscape and architecture, recognised by the I Borghi più Belli d'Italia association.
Is Posada good for a beach holiday?
Yes: the beaches of San Giovanni and Su Tiriarzu are long and sandy with a gently sloping seabed, ideal for families and less crowded than the better-known resorts. On top of that you have the medieval village and the river reserve. It's perfect if you want sea and culture together, away from the glitz.
What can you do on the Posada river?
The Posada river flows through a protected nature reserve: you can go canoeing or take short boat trips through the vegetation and watch herons and other water birds. A peaceful, evocative experience, different from the usual day at the beach.
Do the AffittaSardegna homes closest to Posada have air conditioning and Wi-Fi?
Our nearest homes are in Budoni and Siniscola. Amenities vary from home to home: the details of each one (terrace, parking space, distance from the sea) are on the property's page. Message us on WhatsApp for availability.

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Nearby places

Geographic entities — Posada:
Posada (40.6306°N, 9.7158°E) · Borghi più Belli d'Italia · Castello della Fava · Posada river · Posada river nature reserve · San Giovanni beach · Su Tiriarzu · La Caletta · Siniscola · San Teodoro · Gulf of Orosei · Province of Nuoro · Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB, 60 km) · North-East Sardinia

Homes nearby

We don't currently have any homes available here. The nearest are in Budoni and Siniscola.

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