Gallura, Geographic region in northeastern Sardinia, Italy.
Gallura is a region in northeastern Sardinia with granite mountains, coastal cliffs, and islands including the La Maddalena archipelago. The territory includes more than 20 municipalities with major centers such as Tempio Pausania, Olbia, La Maddalena, and Arzachena.
The region was part of the four medieval Judicates of Sardinia, with Civita, now Olbia, serving as a capital during that period. This era shaped the political structures and settlement patterns that continue to influence the landscape today.
The Gallurese language, which differs from Sardinian and shows Corsican influences, shapes the identity of people living here. You hear it in daily conversations and see its importance in local festivals and customs.
The region is best explored by car, as municipalities are spread across different routes and public transport is limited. Plan travel time between towns and use smaller villages as starting points for hiking or coastal exploration.
Cork processing has been carried out here for generations, and ancient olive trees are protected as natural monuments. Vermentino wine production is a craft heritage that visitors can discover in small wineries and local shops.
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