Alghero

Alghero stands on the northwestern coast of Sardinia with limestone cliffs, sandy beaches, and a fortified city center surrounded by ancient walls.

The Doria family of Genoa established the first settlement in the 12th century, developing it into a strategic Mediterranean port for maritime trade.

The local population maintains the Catalan language and traditions from the Crown of Aragon period, making it a distinct linguistic enclave in Italy.

The city provides direct flight connections through Fertilia Airport, located 10 kilometers from the center, serving both domestic and international routes.

Neptune's Grotto, a marine cave system beneath Cape Caccia, extends for over 4 kilometers through chambers filled with stalactites and underground lakes.

Location: Province of Sassari

Capital city: Alghero

Elevation above the sea: 7 m

Part of: Catalan countries

Shares border with: Olmedo, Putifigari, Sassari, Uri, Villanova Monteleone

Address: Via Sassari, 35, 07041 Alghero SS, Italy 07041 Alghero

Phone: +39079975023

Website: https://comune.alghero.ss.it

GPS coordinates: 40.56000,8.31500

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:27