Cala Luna, Beach in Gulf of Orosei, Sardinia, Italy
The beach stretches for 800 meters with fine golden sand, bordered by limestone cliffs and five natural caves along the northern side.
Local shepherds from Baunei named this location Elune as reaching it required an eight-hour walking journey, comparable to traveling to the moon.
The beach gained international recognition after appearing in the 1974 Italian film featuring Mariangela Melato and Giancarlo Giannini.
Visitors can access the beach through boat services from Cala Gonone, Santa Maria Navarrese, La Caletta, and Arbatax ports.
The beach sits at the mouth of Rio Illune, which forms a freshwater pond behind the shore, surrounded by oleander trees.
GPS coordinates: 40.22479,9.62654
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:08
Sardinia combines ancient Nuragic structures, prehistoric tombs and natural landscapes. The island features Roman temples, Byzantine churches, caves with stalactites and sandy beaches. The interior shows mountain passes, gorges and springs, while the coast presents coves and lighthouses.
These locations across Sardinia include ancient ruins, natural springs, underground tombs, caves with stalactites, wall murals, prehistoric cult sites, lighthouses, beaches, and geological formations. The sites present regional history from prehistoric to modern times.
Italy offers many locations where one can swim in nature. From rock-carved basins to mountain lakes, hot springs, and secluded coves, the country is full of accessible water spots for those who enjoy swimming away from managed beaches. They can be found all over: in the Dolomite valleys, in the heart of Tuscany, on the coasts of Sardinia or Sicily. Some sites are accessible on foot after a short walk, others have been known to locals for a long time. The water can be icy or warm depending on the region, but it is always surrounded by scenic landscapes. These natural pools are often quiet places where people come to relax, have picnics, or simply enjoy the scenery. They reveal another aspect of Italy, one that is more straightforward and closer to nature.
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