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LOCATION

Luogosanto is an ideal destination for lovers of active and sustainable travel, with hiking, cycling, horse riding, bouldering, canoeing and yoga all on offer.

Its strategic position means you can reach Porto Cervo, Baja Sardinia and Cannigione in less than half an hour, as well as Northern Gallura’s characteristic rural towns (Tempio, Calangianus, Aggius, Luras, and Bortigiadas) and coastal villages (Badesi, Trinità d’Agultu, Aglientu, and Santa Teresa di Gallura), boasting some of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia.

GETTING HERE

From Olbia, take the SS 125 towards Palau. At the roundabout just before Arzachena, take Strada Provinciale 14 to Luogosanto. From Porto Cervo, follow Strada Provinciale 73, which runs from the hamlet of Abbiadori to Arzachena. Continue on SP14 for about 25 minutes. The roads that run through the countryside are normally not very busy and make for a pleasant drive.

Luogosanto

A typical village of the Gallura region, Luogosanto (meaning “holy place”) owes its name to the 22 sanctuaries dotted around the district. Home to a Holy Door in the basilica of Santa Incoronata di Gallura, there are many places worth visiting in the area, including the Hermitage of San Trano and the castles of Baldu and Balaiana. A visit to some of the many wine growers in this region – home to the Vermentino Di Gallura – is also a must, as is a stop with the town’s many artists and artisans.

NORTHERN GALLURA

The area known as Alta Gallura comprises ten villages that encapsulate the essence of this part of Sardinia. Begin with a visit to the thousand-year-old olive trees of Luras. Then set out for Tempio, the “stone city” famous for its carnival and granite and cork industries, or make the climb to Mount Limbara (1362 m), offering breathtaking views. Your tour must include a visit to the town of Aggius and the Valle della Luna (Valley of the Moon), a spectacular natural oasis. Move on to Aglientu and Vignola for an aperitif on the beach at sunset.

Porto Cervo and surrounding area

Famous the world over for its beaches and fashionable nightlife, the coast has evolved beyond its former reputation and your handy local experts – residents who live here all year round – can recommend a host of new surprises. You’ll find a compact guide in your room to the most secluded coves, unmissable craft markets and the best local tours, as well as restaurants and cocktail bars that guarantee a memorable evening.
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