{"id":3501,"date":"2026-05-12T12:28:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T10:28:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/affittasardegna.it\/?p=3501"},"modified":"2026-06-15T12:59:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T10:59:46","slug":"fari-e-torri-del-nord-ovest-sardegna-guida-completa-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/affittasardegna.it\/en\/fari-e-torri-del-nord-ovest-sardegna-guida-completa-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Lighthouses and Towers of North-West Sardinia: A Comprehensive Guide 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--\n  SEOPRESS:\n  Title:  Fari della Gallura e del Nord-Est Sardegna: Capo Testa, La Maddalena e Capo Ferro\n  Desc:   I fari pi\u00f9 belli del Nord-Est Sardegna: Capo Testa, Capo Ferro e l'Arcipelago della Maddalena. Come visitarli, dove sono e i panorami migliori. 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The granite rocks plunge into the water without warning, the lighthouse anchors the headland like a nail, and Corsica is just 11 km away \u2014 so close that on a clear day you can see the houses.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aft3-nav\">\n  <strong>\ud83d\udccb In this article:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Faro di Capo Testa<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#maddalena\">Lighthouses of the Maddalena Archipelago<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#capo-ferro\">Capo Ferro Lighthouse<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#altri\">Other lighthouses in Gallura<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"translation-block\">FAQ<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"capo-testa\">\ud83d\udd26 The Capo Testa Lighthouse: Sardinia and Corsica, 11 km away<\/h2>\n<p>Capo Testa is the northernmost headland of mainland Sardinia \u2014 a promontory of pink granite sculpted by the wind into fantastical shapes, with beaches hidden amongst the rocks and low scrubland vegetation scented with myrtle and mastic. At the most exposed point, the lighthouse overlooks the Strait of Bonifacio \u2014 the stormiest stretch of sea in the Mediterranean, with currents of 8\u201310 knots on days when the mistral is strong.<\/p>\n<p>The Capo Testa lighthouse stands atop a granite promontory \u2014 not on a cliff, but on enormous, rounded boulders that look like statues created by some cosmic sculptor. The contrast between the white of the lighthouse, the pink of the granite and the turquoise of the sea is one of the most characteristic sights of northern Sardinia.<\/p>\n<div class=\"aft3-quote\">\n  Some of the world\u2019s largest ships pass through the Strait of Bonifacio. Stand on the promontory of Capo Testa, watch the shipping traffic, and you\u2019ll understand why that lighthouse is there \u2014 it\u2019s not just for decoration. It\u2019s as essential as the air we breathe.\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aft3-capoTesta\">\n<h3>\ud83d\udccd Capo Testa: How to Visit<\/h3>\n<p>Capo Testa is located 5 km from Santa Teresa di Gallura \u2014 accessible by car or on foot\/by bike from the town. The headland is a protected natural area with free access. The paths winding through the granite rocks allow you to explore hidden coves, natural pools and unique rock formations.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Car park<\/strong> \u2014 500 metres from the lighthouse. Free parking, but it fills up quickly in summer \u2014 arrive by 9 am<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trails<\/strong> \u2014 a network of short trails (20\u201360 mins) over granite rock. Shoes with non-slip soles are recommended<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beaches<\/strong> \u2014 Cala Grande and Cala Spinosa, accessible on foot via the paths on the headland<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sunset<\/strong> \u2014 Capo Testa faces north-west: the sunset viewed from the sea cliffs is spectacular<\/li>\n<li><strong>Corsica in view<\/strong> \u2014 on clear days with no sea mist, Bonifacio (Corsica) is visible to the naked eye 11 km away<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"maddalena\">\ud83c\udfdd\ufe0f The Lighthouses of the Maddalena Archipelago<\/h2>\n<div class=\"aft3-grid\">\n<div class=\"aft3-faro f1\">\n<h3>\ud83d\udca1 Punta Tegge Lighthouse \u2014 La Maddalena<\/h3>\n<p>The main lighthouse on the island of La Maddalena, situated on the southern headland. It is visible from the port of La Maddalena and from boats passing through the strait between Sardinia and Corsica. The interior is not open to visitors.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aft3-faro f2\">\n<h3>\ud83c\udf0a Capo d\u2019Orso Lighthouse \u2014 Palau<\/h3>\n<p>A small lighthouse on the headland near the famous Bear Rock in Palau. The bear-shaped granite rock, standing in a defensive posture, and the lighthouse below form one of the most recognisable landscapes along the Gallura coast.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aft3-faro f3\">\n<h3>\u26f5 Spargi Lighthouse<\/h3>\n<p>The island of Spargi in the Maddalena Archipelago \u2014 the lighthouse on this uninhabited island can only be reached by sea. Boat trips from the archipelago often include it in their itinerary.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"aft3-faro f4\">\n<h3>\ud83c\udfd4\ufe0f Razzoli Lighthouse<\/h3>\n<p>On the northernmost island of the Maddalena Archipelago, almost on the border with French waters. Accessible only by boat \u2014 charter trips from Palau or La Maddalena.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"capo-ferro\">\ud83d\udd26 The Capo Ferro Lighthouse: Costa Smeralda, as seen in 1882<\/h2>\n<p>The Capo Ferro Lighthouse is situated on the headland between Porto Cervo and San Pantaleo, in the heart of the Costa Smeralda. Built in 1882, when this coastline was wild and inhabited only by shepherds, it has remained in operation even as the area has been transformed into one of the most exclusive destinations in the world.<\/p>\n<p>The interior of the Capo Ferro lighthouse is not open to visitors, but the road leading to the headland offers views of the Costa Smeralda, the Maddalena Archipelago and Corsica that no private yacht can match. On windy days, the contrast between the golden scrub of the headland, the white of the lighthouse and the deep blue of the sea creates a natural scene that is hard to forget.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"altri\">\u2693 Other lighthouses in the North-East to explore<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Punta Filetto Lighthouse \u2014 Olbia<\/strong> \u2014 a small lighthouse at the entrance to the port of Olbia. The first light that passengers arriving by ferry from the mainland see<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capo di Monte Santu Lighthouse \u2014 Siniscola<\/strong> \u2014 a rugged headland on the east coast. Accessible by footpath or boat. A landmark for fishermen in the Golfo di Orosei area<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capo Comino Lighthouse<\/strong> \u2014 between Siniscola and San Teodoro. A small lighthouse on a granite headland covered in Mediterranean scrub. An area that is still relatively untouched by tourism<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"aft3-cta\">\n<p>Houses with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, and 1 bedroom and 32 square metres of living space \u2014 just a few minutes from Capo Testa and the Maddalena Archipelago.<\/p>\n<p>  <a href=\"https:\/\/affittasardegna.it\/en\/destinations\/santa-teresa-di-gallura\/\">\ud83c\udfe0 Houses in Santa Teresa<\/a><br \/>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/affittasardegna.it\/en\/list-your-property\/\" class=\"sec\">\ud83d\udd11 Are you a property owner?<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"faq\">\u2753 FAQ \u2014 Lighthouses in Gallura and North-East Sardinia<\/h2>\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\">How far is Corsica from Capo Testa?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n      <span itemprop=\"text\">The town of Bonifacio in Corsica is about 11 km from Capo Testa \u2014 the Strait of Bonifacio, which separates Sardinia and Corsica, is one of the narrowest in the Mediterranean. On clear, haze-free days, Bonifacio is clearly visible to the naked eye from Capo Testa. The ferry journey from Santa Teresa di Gallura to Bonifacio takes about 50\u201360 minutes \u2014 it is possible to take a day trip to Corsica and return the same evening.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\">How do you get to the Maddalena Archipelago?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n      <span itemprop=\"text\">The main island of La Maddalena is connected to Palau by frequent ferries, which take around 20 minutes. The service runs all year round, with departures every 30\u201360 minutes. The other islands of the archipelago (Caprera, Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli) can only be reached by boat \u2014 organised trips depart from La Maddalena and Palau daily during the season. The smaller islands form part of the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park and have restricted access.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\" itemprop=\"name\">Is it possible to go on a day trip to Bonifacio in Corsica from Santa Teresa?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n      <span itemprop=\"text\">Yes \u2014 it\u2019s one of the most popular day trips in northern Sardinia in the summer. The ferry from Santa Teresa di Gallura to Bonifacio (Corsica) takes about 50\u201360 minutes. Bonifacio is a spectacular medieval town built on white cliffs \u2014 visiting it takes at least 3\u20134 hours. You can take the first ferry in the morning, visit Bonifacio, have lunch in Corsica, and return in the late afternoon. Ferry frequencies vary by season \u2014 check the timetables for Sardinia Ferries and Moby Lines.<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"geo-footer\">\n  <strong>\ud83d\udccd Geographical features \u2014 Lighthouses in Gallura and north-eastern Sardinia:<\/strong><br \/>\n  Capo Testa (41.2337\u00b0N, 9.1494\u00b0E) \u00b7 Santa Teresa di Gallura \u00b7 Strait of Bonifacio \u00b7 Bonifacio, Corsica \u00b7 Capo Ferro Lighthouse \u00b7 Costa Smeralda \u00b7 La Maddalena \u00b7 Palau \u00b7 Punta Tegge Lighthouse \u00b7 Capo d\u2019Orso Lighthouse \u00b7 Roccia dell\u2019Orso \u00b7 Spargi Island \u00b7 Razzoli Island \u00b7 Maddalena Archipelago National Park \u00b7 Olbia \u00b7 Siniscola \u00b7 Gallura \u00b7 Province of Olbia-Tempio\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83d\udd26 Fari della Gallura \u2014 AffittaSardegna dal 2011 Fari della Gallura e del Nord-Est Sardegna:Capo Testa, La Maddalena e Capo Ferro &#8220;Capo Testa \u00e8 il punto dove la Sardegna finisce davvero. Le rocce granitiche scendono nell&#8217;acqua senza avvisare, il faro regge il promontorio come un chiodo, e la Corsica \u00e8 a 11 km \u2014 cos\u00ec [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"Fari e Torri del Nord-Ovest Sardegna: Guida Completa 2026","_seopress_titles_desc":"Capo Caccia, Torre di Colombaio, Capo del Falcone: i fari e le torri pi\u00f9 spettacolari del Nord-Ovest della Sardegna. Come visitarli. 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