Make a holiday rental home or villa in La Maddalena, Italy your home away from home

The picturesque island of La Maddalena, just off the north coast of Sardinia, offers a tranquil Italian escape to holidaymakers. The small market town enjoys a slower pace of life, yet still has plenty to do, whether visitors are on a weekend break or a longer holiday. A self-catering villa in La Maddalena is the perfect place for couples looking to escape the city, as well as families who enjoy outdoors activities, with plenty of these on offer around the National Park.

Things to do in La Maddalena, Italy

Nature lovers and outdoors enthusiasts are both well-catered to in La Maddalena, with great opportunities for bird watching and dolphin spotting on the doorstep of your La Maddalena self-catering accommodation.

La Maddalena is part of a National Park, and active holidaymakers can enjoy free rock-climbing, hiking, mountain biking and horse riding in the surrounding hills. There are also lots of water sports available in the area, such as surfing, sailing, windsurfing and diving – a great way to cool off in the hotter summer months.

Those looking for a more relaxed holiday will also not be disappointed, with several beautiful and deserted beaches around Monti d’Arena and Bassa Trinita. A stroll around the town is also a great way to relax, but be careful not to get lost around the winding, cobbled streets!

Despite being a relatively small market town, La Maddalena enjoys quite a bustling social scene, and there are numerous bars, cafes and restaurants around town where guests can sample traditional Italian fare, or engage in a spot of people-watching over a fresh Italian coffee.

Places to visit on holiday in La Maddalena, Italy

La Maddalena is only one small part of the Maddalena archipelago, and the beautiful Mediterranean waters which lap the island’s coast are also home to a marine park. Several operators in the area offer day sailing cruises, allowing visitors to explore many of the other smaller deserted islands off La Maddalena’s coast.

Visitors on their way to La Maddalena may pass through Olbia, on the main island of Sardinia. This is well worth stopping over for the day however, with several places of interest offering a glimpse into the history of the region, including the Romanesque cathedral of San Simplicio.

Weather in La Maddalena, Italy

La Maddalena has a typical Mediterranean climate, which means that summers are hot with little rain, but winters too remain mild. Average temperatures remain around 12C even in January and February, making La Maddalena an ideal destination to escape the cold British winter.

Flights to La Maddalena, Italy

Visitors to La Maddalena must fly into Sardinia, and the most convenient airport is Olbia Airport (OLB), which receives flights from several of the UK’s budget airlines on an almost daily basis. Visitors will then need to take the short 20-minute ferry journey from Palau, which is 42km from the Airport and can be reached by shuttle bus or car, with most major car hire operators found inside Olbia Airport.

Self-catering holiday homes in La Maddalena

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House with terrace and beautiful sea view

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3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
House, 2 Bathrooms, near the sea, waterfront, jacuzzi
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Comfortable apartment downtown

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La Maddalena apartment rental - Living room
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Apartment, 2 Bathrooms, near the sea, village, daily maid service
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£90/night
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Villa Trinita, a perfect place for nature and calm seekers

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Villa, 2 Bathrooms, near the sea, garden
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Apartment on the beach in La Maddalena (north)

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Pavillon La Maddalena - Italy - For 6 people

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1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 1 Separate Toilet House (Sleeps 6 , starting at £586/week