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Beach · Cagliari, Sardenha
Poetto
Urban beach of Cagliari, with about 8 km of sand between the Sella del Diavolo and Quartu Sant'Elena, kiosks, establishments and the Molentargius salt pans behind.
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About Poetto
The Poetto is Cagliari's beach: a strip of sand about 8 kilometers long in the Golfo degli Angeli, stretching from the Sella del Diavolo promontory to the area of Quartu Sant'Elena. Behind it lie the old salt pans and the Molentargius lagoons.
The name comes from the Catalan Pouet, meaning 'small well', already recorded in the 16th century. For centuries the area was used for salt extraction, and watchtowers were built along the coast against pirate attacks. City residents began to use the beach in the early 20th century, when the first bathing establishments appeared.
Today the Poetto has sections with chairs and umbrellas for rent and free areas, a promenade with a bike lane and kiosks that stay open late in summer. The western tip, next to the Sella del Diavolo, is called Marina Piccola.
The beach is used year-round by locals for walking and running; swimming in the sea typically runs from May to October.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From half a day to a full day in summer; 1 to 2 hours for a walk along the waterfront.
Best time
From June to September for swimming; July and August are the busiest months. In the late afternoon the promenade fills with walkers and aperitivos.
How to get there
By urban bus from Piazza Matteotti, in about 20 minutes. By car there is parking along the promenade, much sought after in summer.
Tip
Entrance to the beach is free; chairs and umbrellas from the establishments are paid separately. Bring protection against sun and wind.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Poetto
How to get from the center to Poetto?
By local bus, departing from the Piazza Matteotti area, in about 20 minutes.
Do you have to pay to enter the beach?
No. Only rentals of chairs and umbrellas at the establishments are charged.
When is it possible to swim in the sea?
The bathing season usually runs from May to October, with warmer water from July to September.