The park of Porto Conte

The Porto Conte Regional Nature Park is one of Sardinia's most fascinating protected areas, located in the northwest of the island, a few kilometers from Alghero. Established in 1999, the park covers about 5,000 hectares of land that includes sandy coastlines, sheer cliffs, forests and rich biodiversity.

🌿 What to see in the Park

The park is also an ecomuseum, integrating nature, history and culture into a unique experience. Among the main points of interest:

• Casa Gioiosa: home of the park authority, it houses a multimedia museum on prison life, a theme park inspired by the "Little Prince," an immersive tunnel on marine environments, and educational exhibits on local wildlife.
• M.A.S.E.: museum dedicated to writer and aviator Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, located in a striking Aragonese tower overlooking the bay of Porto Conte.
• M.A.P.S.: an outdoor environmental and historical museum located on the promontory of Punta Giglio, which tells the story of the SR413 battery of the Royal Navy and offers breathtaking views of the coast.
• "Le Prigionette" wildlife oasis: a protected area that is home to animal species such as fallow deer, Giara horses and white donkeys. You can explore the area on foot, by bicycle or by electric vehicles.
• Roman villa of Sant'Imbenia: an archaeological site that testifies to the presence of Roman civilization in the area.

🚶‍♂️ Activities and routes

The park offers numerous nature trails of varying difficulty that are ideal for hiking, biking, or electric vehicles. Some trails, such as the Casa Gioiosa botanical garden, are also accessible to the blind thanks to information panels in braille . It is also possible to participate in guided or boat tours to explore the bay of Porto Conte and its sea caves.

🗺️ How to get there

The park is easily accessible from Alghero, which is just over 20 km away. From Alghero, drive along state road 127 bis in the direction of Fertilia and continue to Tramariglio, headquarters of the park's management body .

📱 Useful information

For a complete and personalized visit, it is advisable to download the official Porto Conte Park ecomuseum app, available for smartphones. The app offers interactive maps, information on trails, accommodations, and available activities.

If you would like more details about specific itineraries, opening times, or information about tickets and reservations, please don't hesitate to ask!