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A spectacular beach with smooth stones washed by the deep blue sea, a colour that you will only see in these locations on the southern coast of Sardinia, a few kilometres away from Cagliari. Well protected bay from the Northerly wind. 

Good holding on sandy bottom.

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS: 

- Navigation within 200 m from the coast 
- Anchoring within 200 m from the coast
- 10 knots speed limit within 1 km from the coast
- Running any craft within 200 m from the coast with engines on
- Tying lines to rocks 

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The area is immersed in a breathtaking panorama. Behind the promontory lies the Nora Lagoon and on the south side the Archaeological Ruins of Nora, which are the landmark of Sardinia’s grandeur in the Roman era, after a period of domination by Carthage in 238 BCE. During this golden age, the city flourished and neighborhoods were created a few meters away from the sea, as well as ancient cobbled streets that still today are more than surprising.

Southerly swell enters the bay as it wraps around the headland of Capo di Pula. Very good holding in the NW corner even in strong winds, anchoring in 4-5 m.

Beware of the reefs along the beach on the Western side of the bay.

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS: 

- Navigation within 200 m from the coast 
- Anchoring within 200 m from the coast
- 10 knots speed limit within 1 km from the coast
- Running any craft within 200 m from the coast with engines on
- Tying lines to rocks

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This calm and very pleasant cove is sheltered in part by Tuerredda island which is separated from the mainland by an isthmus barely submerged. There is a shelter between the Malfatano Cape tower and the S of Tuerredda Island, by 15 m, or on the other side, on the alignment of the tower, by the rock located E of the island. 

Very large beautiful beach, with a restaurant and bar (tender landing), there is a bit of seaweed but you can find some puddles of sand, the only sore point is the passage of many boats and motorized rafts. 

In case of extreme weather conditions, it's recommended to move further west, in the inlet of Capo Malfatano, where there is good protection from any wind. Crystal clear water makes it easier to avoid the algae, anchoring with about 3-5 meters over the whole area, with the exception of the northern bay area due to shallow waters. 

This cove is very beautiful and we can anchor in crystalline water by 3 to 13 m. Also a good place to be except with S winds. Excellent anchorage on sand. Excellent shelter even with strong sirocco. Bellissimo paesaggio riparato dai venti est e sud-est.

Please note: anchoring forbidden.
Anchorage is not allowed including part of Porto Pino.
Cala Zafferano, for example, can only be visited transiting for a dive but you can't anchor or get to the beach as it is military zone.

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS: 

- Navigation within 200 m from the coast 
- Anchoring within 200 m from the coast
- 10 knots speed limit within 1 km from the coast
- Running any craft within 200 m from the coast with engines on
- Tying lines to rocks

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Porto Pino is bordered in its S part by a rocky coastline with high dunes, while the N coast has a shallow beach. The tip Menga limits Porto Pino W. A lagoon, behind the sand dunes, hosts several colonies of flamingos. This huge sandy bay provides anchorage without any problem at all depths, far enough from the beach as the background goes very slowly. Good anchorage at 4 m. just outside the mouth of the river. Excellent protection from N / NW waves, less wind protection as the headland is low.

GENERAL RESTRICTIONS: 

- Navigation within 200 m from the coast 
- Anchoring within 200 m from the coast
- 10 knots speed limit within 1 km from the coast
- Running any craft within 200 m from the coast with engines on
- Tying lines to rocks

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