The territory of the Borough of Arzachena is part of the famous Costa Smeralda. The Costa Smeralda is a kingdom of rocky landscapes immersed in the Mediterranean Maquis of juniper trees, rock roses and lentisk trees. A paradise of breathtaking beaches and crystalline seas.
It is said that the fabulous Arzachena Coast was discovered for the first time in 1960 by Prince Karim Aga Khan. Within a year this immensely beautiful area was transformed into an exclusive holiday resort for high society guests and VIPs.
The territory was encompassed by two huge granite rock masses and took the name of Costa Smeralda. A deep respect for the local habitat and its history led to the unique development of the Costa Smeralda.
The buildings are modelled on the “stazzi“, the typical, local dwellings . The rocks and the subtle, earthy colours characterize a landscape that is fortunately hostile to building construction.
The Costa Smeralda has become a strategic landmark for international tourism, a status symbol for the international jet set. Porto Cervo (Port Stag) is considered the capital of the Costa Smeralda. It is so called due to its many inlets and bays.
At the heart of the town is the Paizzetta, the summer place to see and be seen for lots of big names and celebrities. A visit to the Stella Maris Church is a must. It is one of the many lovely architectural features that adorn the town.
Porto Cervo is also a reference point for the world of international sailing and for golf professionals thanks to the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda and the Pevero golf courses, amongst the most important in Italy.
Another harbour, Porto Vecchio is situated to the Sout East, it was built during the sixties, whilst Porto Cervo Marina to the West is a huge port that caters for boats of all shapes and sizes. To the South of Porto Cervo the scenic road runs along the Pevero Golf Club.
From here you can admire Pevero beach and the Nibani Islands that, together with the islands of Mortoris, Soffie and delle Biscie, are part of the National Park that makes up the La Maddalena Archipelago.
The Capriccioli headland creates the evocative Cala di Volpe bay, with numerous beaches and the famous hotel of the same name.
Small diversions from the road to Olbia lead to the beaches of Liscia Ruja, Petra Ruja, Cala Razza di Juncu and S'Arena. The area known as Romazzino, named after wild rosemary in the local dialect “romasinu”, is just a short distance from Capriccioli.
Here you can spectacular Poltu di Li Cogghji beach. The Villaggio Bagaglino resort at Liscia di Vacca is completely surrounded by water and is well worth a visit.