1. Port Overview

  1. La Maddalena, Italy

  3. La Maddalena is the largest town in the Maddalena archipelago, just 2 kilometres from the northeastern shore of Sardinia and sitting in the Straits of Bonifacio, between it and Corsica. The island has a triangular shape, with nearly 45 kilometres of generally high and jagged coasts and a rich vegetation. The diffused reddish colour of the rocks and the soil together with the limpid water create a fascinating contrast of colours. The best views on the island can be found at its highest point, Monte Guardia Vecchia (156 m).

    La Maddalena is the island for everyone: summer cruise ships can berth in Gala Gavetta (tourist port of the village); divers can explore wonderful sea beds and swim amongst a myriad of sea life. There are isolated areas for hiking or camping, and beautiful beaches for swimming. Local Craftsmen offer hand-woven carpets, filigree and coral jewels, pottery ware and wood carvings.

    Things to See & Do

    * Gala Gavetta
    * Views from Monte Guardia Vecchia
    * Hiking
    * Diving, swimming and beaches

    General information

    Cruise Season – Feb to Dec
    Currency - Euro (€)
    Language – Italian
    Land Area – 49.3 km²
    Population – 12,000
    Electricity – 2 round pins European style
    Time - GMT/UTC + one hour
    International Country Telephone Code – 39

    Port Location – Summer cruise ships can berth in Gala Gavetta (tourist port of the village).

    Travel Links – The only method of traveling to La Maddalena is by boat, with car ferries traveling from nearby Palau and from the Italian mainland.