Porto Corallo

Porto Corallo is a quiet coastal village on the south-east coast of Sardinia, belonging to the municipality of Villaputzu. It is characterised by its extensive, unspoilt coastline: in front of the village itself is a long, wide sandy and fine pebble beach, lined with dunes and Mediterranean scrub, which merges seamlessly into further bays – ideal for long walks, swimming breaks and snorkelling stops. The water is clear and mostly gently sloping, making the beach well suited for children. During the season, there are sections with services such as sun lounger and parasol hire, a beach bar and occasionally designated dog-friendly areas.

The residential area of Porto Corallo resembles a small holiday village: predominantly low-rise buildings with holiday homes, apartments and residences, loosely arranged and partly terraced on the slopes above the sea. In between, there is plenty of greenery, pine trees and scrub, as well as short, traffic-calmed side streets – all geared towards tranquillity and sea views. Down by the water, a small marina and the beach area provide Mediterranean flair. During the season, there are a few restaurants and bars, a small shop and services such as boat, SUP and pedal boat hire; outside the main season, it remains very tranquil.

Those looking for more variety will find it a short drive away in Muravera, the nearest larger town. There you will find weekly markets, cafés and ice cream parlours, spring festivals and shopping opportunities. The long, wild beaches of Colostrai, San Giovanni and Feraxi are ideal for excursions, as are the lagoons and estuaries with their rich bird life or the coastal landscape around Capo Ferrato. Active holidaymakers will find ideal conditions for swimming, snorkelling, paddling and – when the winds are right – windsurfing in and around Porto Corallo; in the hinterland, easy hikes and bike rides through a tranquil Mediterranean landscape beckon.

All this makes Porto Corallo particularly attractive for families, couples and nature lovers who appreciate relaxation, the sea and plenty of space, as well as for individual travellers who want to discover the lesser-known corners of the Sardinian east coast.