There it is the Aragonese tower. The queen of Isola Rossa, watching over the fishing village, the evening market, the small marina, and its artisan shops. It is the romantic star of every sunset, built of red granite at the end of the 1500s and still glowing with its natural color. Originally built to spot pirates, today it is part of a breathtaking view when evening comes, the panorama turns to magic.
It’s a small village. But how much wonder can something small contain? Isola Rossa is where romantic souls feel at home, with its little port, the wooden fishing boats, walks full of charm and encounters, cozy restaurants, and the soft evening air… and of course the magnificent beaches, red granite coves, and the Aragonese tower that watches over dreams by night and paints unmatched colors at every sunset.
In the kind of sport we love, everyone wins. All you need is a passion for being in touch with nature, moving outdoors under the Sardinian sky, and letting your body rejoice. It can be through your favourite workout or by using our outdoor fitness area; it can be snorkelling in a cove framed by red rocks along the coast.
And then there are external services to choose from, such as diving in the turquoise sea, or renting dinghies, cars, or motorbikes… all while nature embraces you with its timeless scents. Whatever you choose, it’s always a triumph, a triumph of well-being.
Gallura wins hearts because it’s full of discoveries. A region of enchanting villages like Aggius, with its painted doorways and artworks by Sardinian artists such as Maria Lai, turning any walk into an open-air museum. Then there are real museums full of history: the Banditry Museum, the Ethnographic Museum… and the Mediterranean Weaving Museum in Castelsardo, a village with ancient walls and magnificent craftsmanship… and all around you, the sea, and a sweeping view over the Gulf of Asinara.
Inside, it’s a delight. Outside, it’s enchantment. And if you want, you can have it all, because beyond Torreruja there’s a world of rare, intimate, and precious emotions. Even by sea, with paid excursions: for example, rent a dinghy from Isola Rossa’s harbor and in minutes you’ll reach secluded red granite coves, the quietest corners of Badesi Beach, and the most picturesque marine hideaways… enjoy more nature, and discover once again that Gallura means many things, and they’re all precious.
How far do our nature trails go? They take you to the heart of a Mediterranean landscape we’ve always protected, wild and untouched. You’ll walk through the salty sea breeze, past coves and cliffs, to a scenic viewpoint where beloved sunsets unfold. And if you’re lucky, you might spot a turtle or wild hare. And whenever you’re ready to take it all in, you’ll also find the deep peace of a perfect pause.
It’s not easy to find trails like these. Ones that, for instance, link the white sands of Spiaggia Longa with the untouched stretch of Li Feruli, crossing rocky outcrops and leading to an ancient juniper tree. Or starting at La Marinedda Beach, passing through magical coves surrounded by greenery until you reach the sparkling waters of Li Canneddi. Or heading to Cala Tinnari, diving into its waters, and arriving at the pink-pebble beach of Porto Leccio, where the sunset begins, and leaves you speechless.
