The enchanting old fishing village of Stintino stretches over two inlets with two harbours: the old marina named “minori” (Sardinian for small) and the new named “mannu” (Sardinian for large). During the summer season there are many forms of entertainment for the tourists and the locals, in particular the Latin Sail Regatta that takes place at the end of August. The museum of the Tonnara (a brutal tuna catch technique) located on the new harbour is worth a visit.

The beaches are the main attraction of Stintino, “La Pelosa Beach” is the most famous and with no doubt one of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia, facing the island of Asinara with crystalline water and very fine white sand. The other beaches in the area that must be visited are “La Pelosetta”, “Le Saline”, “Ezzi Mannu”, and for the lovers of the rocky coastline Capo Falcone is a must.

The main traditional events are the Rural Festival of Saint Isidoro in May, the Tuna Festival in June, the Latin Sail Regatta on the last week-end of August and the Patron celebrations in honour of the Blessed Mary of Defence in September.
For the lovers of sports there is a large selection of activities, from diving, sailing and windsurfing to quad bikes, trekking and mountain-biking excursions.

Off season, Stintino is a picturesque sleeping village and it can get really windy at times. The ideal place for wind and water sports.

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Stintino, a unique fishing village on the north-western tip of Sardinia

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My views on Stintino, a charming holiday village in the north of Sardinia. Stintino has some of the most amazing sandy beaches on the Island.

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Mariangela Garau