Castelsardo Travel Guide

 
by Natalya2006
 
  •   Castelsardo
    by Natalya2006
  • Castlesardo @ the Top!
      Castlesardo @ the Top!
    by JennysTravels
  •   Restaurants
    by JennysTravels
  • View of the new town from the old
      View of the new town from the old
    by iandsmith
  • Looking to the carpark from the tower
      Looking to the carpark from the tower
    by iandsmith
 

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Walking

Walking, Castelsardo

 iandsmith Says:  The back alleys around the castle are where the tourist shops are located (no surprises there I hear you add) and it's worth a wander to see some of the colour and local types of artworks on display. There's a carpark up here as well though it has limited sites and, in "the... 

Nuraghe Tuttusone

Nuraghe Tuttusone, Castelsardo

 iandsmith Says:  There are a few Nuraghe sites nearby; then again, that applies to everywhere in Sardinia.One had the look of once being popular with a proper carpark and all but had fallen into disfavour in more modern times which would explain the overgrowth on the site.They're interesting... 

The harbour

The harbour, Castelsardo

 iandsmith Says:  The harbour is certainly popular. It's located on the southern side of town, around the next point from where the castle is and when you first come into town you may not realise it's there but, as you can clearly see from the second picture, many boat people have discovered... 

The castle

The castle, Castelsardo

 iandsmith Says:  There aren't that many castles in Sardinia so Castelsardo is favoured in that regard.Castelsardo was founded in the XII century by the Genovese family of Doria. It is situated on the summit of a rocky promontory in a strategic position dominating the harbour. The castle and... 

CLIMBING ON THE TOP HILL OF CASTELSARDO

CLIMBING ON THE TOP  HILL OF CASTELSARDO, Castelsardo

 RitchiS1 Says:  and see the OLDTOWN 

CLIMBING ON THE HILL OF CASTELSARDO

CLIMBING ON THE HILL OF  CASTELSARDO, Castelsardo

 RitchiS1 Says:  SEE THE OLD TOWN 

CLIMBING ON THE HILL

CLIMBING ON THE HILL, Castelsardo

 RitchiS1 Says:  TO SEE THE OLD CITY OF CASTELSARDO 

Hotels  

Baga Baga

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Hotel Pedraladda

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Hotels  

attic apartment offer 2: Fantasic Self Catering Accomodation

attic apartment offer 2: Fantasic Self Catering Accomodation, Castelsardo

 scotsfem Says:  Its difficult when arranging accomodation from a website to anticipate what your actually going to get when you arrive - last year I had a major dissapointment in Alghero and this year I was apprehensive - but I need not have worried - I found a jewel .... An attic... 

Restaurants  

Ristorante di Totti.: A Traditional Sardinian Dining Experience.

Ristorante di Totti.: A Traditional Sardinian Dining Experience., Castelsardo

 JennysTravels Says:  At the top of Castlesardo tucked neatly into the veranda's and shutters, cobbled stoned via and directly infront of Castlesardo you will find this delightful little piece of heaven. In the summer months you can dine outside on the patio and enjoy the fresh sea breezes and... 

Albergo Pensione Pinna: Restaurant with a view

Albergo Pensione Pinna: Restaurant with a view, Castelsardo

 iandsmith Says:  We had no recommendations, simply pulled up and this place was open which, when we were there, was a big plus. The fact that there was a lovely view (pic 2) made me more enthusiastic. We had the place to ourselves and the walls were decorated with basketry (pic 3) and art... 

Favorites  

Nearby beaches

Nearby beaches, Castelsardo

 iandsmith Says:  The Costa Esmeralda is famous these days but I found some of the beaches on the other side of the island (north west) just as attractive. This selection of pics were taken around 30-50 kms north of Castelsardo We pulled up here to check out the coastline to see what it had... 

Overview

Overview, Castelsardo

 iandsmith Says:  The small town of Castelsardo is set on an imposing rock overlooking the sea. Built in such a strategically high position for defensive purposes from possible attacks from the sea. Castelsardo is an extraordinary example of Medieval town which developed around its castle.... 

PARKING SITUATION

PARKING SITUATION, Castelsardo

 RitchiS1 Says:  PARKING NEAR THE CASTEL SEEMS TO BE NOT SO EASY , ESPECIALY FOR THOSE WHO CAN T WALK A LOT , THER E IS A PARKINGPLACE AT THE TOP , BUT NOT EASY TO FIND 

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 TO SEE THE OLD CITY OF CASTELSARDO 

 

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SMALL AND CHARMING VILLAGE CASTELSARDO

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 SMALL CITY OR VILLAGE IN THE NORTHEAST OF SARDEGNA NICE PLACED WITH BEAUTIFUL BEACH , HABOUR AND SOURROUDING AREA 

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Castelsardo

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 Castelsardo is a classic fortified town....or was. These days the original remains which is good for the tourists and the local economy. I had a few hours there and like to think I made use of my... 

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Castelsardo

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Castelsardo. I'd love to share with you the 1 tip I've written, the 2 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Lu Bagnu

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Castelsardo. I'd love to share with you the 1 tip I've written, the 0 photos uploaded, and 1 travelogue I've created. 

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Castelsardo shore

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Castelsardo. I'd love to share with you the 0 tips I've written, the 1 photo uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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