What to see in San Teodoro?
Thursday, July 29, 2021
What to do in San Teodoro?
San Teodoro is a locality in the Gallura Region, loved by tourists of all ages, which boasts a variety of services that meet every need, offering entertainment for all tastes.
Shallow and crystalline water, for the safety of the little ones. Trekking in the Mediterranean scrub to discover the Rio Pitrisconi Waterfall, located in Monte Nieddu mountain for the sporty ones. Relaxing evenings during which it is possible to sip a good cocktail and listen to music, or just simply stroll on white beaches for a totally relaxing holiday.
If these few lines have intrigued you and you are looking for a cool holiday location, in a unique naturalistic setting where you can spend your holidays, then read on.
We will suggest you the most beautiful beaches and what to do in this charming Sardinian town.
Shallow and crystalline water, for the safety of the little ones. Trekking in the Mediterranean scrub to discover the Rio Pitrisconi Waterfall, located in Monte Nieddu mountain for the sporty ones. Relaxing evenings during which it is possible to sip a good cocktail and listen to music, or just simply stroll on white beaches for a totally relaxing holiday.
If these few lines have intrigued you and you are looking for a cool holiday location, in a unique naturalistic setting where you can spend your holidays, then read on.
We will suggest you the most beautiful beaches and what to do in this charming Sardinian town.
Itinerary in San Teodoro and in Gallura
One thing not to miss in northeastern Sardinia is to visit the paradisiacal beaches of San Teodoro.
A further beach with similar characteristics to those of Cala Brandinchi, maybe just a little less known, is Lu Impostu. This pearl is located immediately beyond the promontory of Punta Aldia. Here, in addition to paid parking, there are also free parking spaces.
The peculiarity of this beach is given by the ponds that divide a small portion of the beach from the 1 km long strip on the opposite side. The scenery is quite particular and suggestive, given the encounter between fresh and salt water. But rest assured, crossing this stretch is quite simple. A common feature of several beaches in San Teodoro is that they all have shallow waters.
Other beaches, closer to the town center of San Teodoro, have nothing to envy the two aforementioned. La Cinta Beach is the best-known city beach and often the most crowded.
Easily accessible on foot or via the cycle path, its fine sand and the view of the island of Tavolara will amaze you for sure. It is equipped with lots of services, like showers, kiosks, deckchairs, and umbrella rentals, and paid and free parking. There is also a tourist information point to contact for itineraries and excursions. For active holiday fans, it is possible to take Kite Surf lessons. In certain periods, moreover, it is possible to admire the pink flamingos up close, to name just one species among the splendid creatures that populate the lagoon behind the beach: a real birdwatching paradise.
Another beach close to the town is Cala D'Ambra, a wide beach with bright, fine sand and crystal-clear water. This spot is beloved by water sports enthusiasts, as it is perfect for diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, and kite surfing, but it is also ideal for families. Nearby, you can easily buy food and drinks and hire umbrellas, deck chairs, pedal boats, and boats. It is advisable, especially during high season, to reach it on foot due to the low availability of parking spots.
The nearby town of Capo Coda Cavallo also has several breathtaking beaches, which are undoubtedly worth a visit.
San Teodoro is also very well known for its thrilling nightlife, which, combined with relaxing on the beach and basking in the sun, make a perfect holiday. There are lots of restaurants, bars, and discos in the area, where you can taste the excellent dishes of the Sardinian culinary tradition, sip a sunset drink, and continue your night in the various nightclubs.
Sports enthusiasts who do not intend to give up their favorite activity, even on vacation, have the possibility of practicing various sports in the area. In addition to water sports such as diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, canoeing, etc., there are several centers and sports schools where you can rent equipment and practice, among others, mountain biking, trekking, and horse riding.
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Just 10 minutes by car from the town, towards Capo Coda Cavallo, there is the famous Cala Brandinchi, nicknamed the Little Tahiti of San Teodoro. This beach will surprise you with its transparent and shallow waters, white sand, and rich vegetation. It is certainly the most famous and exclusive beach in the area. If you reach it by car, expect to pay a good amount for the parking fee. At first glance, the rates may seem exaggerated, but it is worth it: you will feel like you are in a Caribbean location.
A further beach with similar characteristics to those of Cala Brandinchi, maybe just a little less known, is Lu Impostu. This pearl is located immediately beyond the promontory of Punta Aldia. Here, in addition to paid parking, there are also free parking spaces.
The peculiarity of this beach is given by the ponds that divide a small portion of the beach from the 1 km long strip on the opposite side. The scenery is quite particular and suggestive, given the encounter between fresh and salt water. But rest assured, crossing this stretch is quite simple. A common feature of several beaches in San Teodoro is that they all have shallow waters.
Other beaches, closer to the town center of San Teodoro, have nothing to envy the two aforementioned. La Cinta Beach is the best-known city beach and often the most crowded.
Easily accessible on foot or via the cycle path, its fine sand and the view of the island of Tavolara will amaze you for sure. It is equipped with lots of services, like showers, kiosks, deckchairs, and umbrella rentals, and paid and free parking. There is also a tourist information point to contact for itineraries and excursions. For active holiday fans, it is possible to take Kite Surf lessons. In certain periods, moreover, it is possible to admire the pink flamingos up close, to name just one species among the splendid creatures that populate the lagoon behind the beach: a real birdwatching paradise.
Another beach close to the town is Cala D'Ambra, a wide beach with bright, fine sand and crystal-clear water. This spot is beloved by water sports enthusiasts, as it is perfect for diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, and kite surfing, but it is also ideal for families. Nearby, you can easily buy food and drinks and hire umbrellas, deck chairs, pedal boats, and boats. It is advisable, especially during high season, to reach it on foot due to the low availability of parking spots.
The nearby town of Capo Coda Cavallo also has several breathtaking beaches, which are undoubtedly worth a visit.
San Teodoro is also very well known for its thrilling nightlife, which, combined with relaxing on the beach and basking in the sun, make a perfect holiday. There are lots of restaurants, bars, and discos in the area, where you can taste the excellent dishes of the Sardinian culinary tradition, sip a sunset drink, and continue your night in the various nightclubs.
Sports enthusiasts who do not intend to give up their favorite activity, even on vacation, have the possibility of practicing various sports in the area. In addition to water sports such as diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, canoeing, etc., there are several centers and sports schools where you can rent equipment and practice, among others, mountain biking, trekking, and horse riding.
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In the surroundings of San Teodoro
Not far from the town center, halfway between San Teodoro and Olbia, is Loiri Porto San Paolo, a municipality consisting of a hamlet over the hills and a coastal village. From the latter, boats leave for the protected marine areas of Tavolara and Molara, two stunning islands that can be visited with organized excursions that offer the possibility of climbing, diving, snorkeling, or just enjoying the breathtaking scenery under an umbrella. There are also refreshment points.
Tavolara has a peculiar and rather interesting history, in fact, "the island has a King who does not want to abdicate." It is said that in 1836, the king of Sardinia, Carlo Alberto di Savoia, passing through this Region, presented himself to the residents as “the king of Sardinia.” Giuseppe Bertoleoni, convinced that he was the victim of a joke, replied, "And I am the king of Tavolara!”. The documents stating this conversation seem to have been lost, but still, today, it is possible to see the descendants of Giuseppe Bertoleoni inhabiting the island. There is also a small cemetery close to the beach, which can be visited.
Moving further south of San Teodoro, just 20 minutes away, you can find Posada, a small village on the east coast. Its beautiful historic center is dominated by the ruins of an ancient castle, of which a tower is still intact. The castle is called “Castello della Fava”, it can be visited, and it is worth it; the 360 ° view takes your breath away and fills your soul.
Driving further south, you will encounter the tourist towns Orosei and Dorgali, the latter is known above all for the locality of Cala Gonone, from which ferries and rafts depart toward the numerous coves and the famous “Grotte del bue marino” caves. If you happen to be in the area with children, we also recommend a visit to the Cala Gonone Aquarium.
The historic center of San Teodoro
Not just the sea!
The village of San Teodoro may appear recent, dating back to the 1950s and 1960s, but the first certified human settlements date back to the Neolithic. It was subsequently settled by the Punic, the Romans, and the Byzantines.
Between the Middle Ages and 1600, San Teodoro seems to have been abandoned: from the historical point of view, there is no information. Around the year 1600, the population of the village grew again, and the center was built around the small church of San Teodoro, which is presumed to date back to the Byzantine era.
Over time, the name of San Teodoro has changed several times: Offollè, Oviddè during the Giudical period, Coclearia during the Roman imperial period, a name that derives from the Latin "shell" and seems to be due to the high concentration of shells in the area.
A place rich in history and wonders to be discovered.