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Porto Pollo (also known as Porto Puddu in Sardinian and Poltu Pullu in Gallurese) is an Italian località, in the comune of Palau, on the northern Sardinian coast in the Province of Sassari.
Geography
editPorto Pollo is located approximately 7 km from Palau and 50 km from Olbia, between the mouth of the Liscia river and the Isola dei Gabbiani (Isuledda), a small peninsula connected to the mainland by a narrow sandy isthmus. The area is characterised by white sand dunes up to 23 metres high, crystal-clear turquoise waters and Mediterranean scrubland.
Wind and water sports
editPorto Pollo is internationally renowned as one of Europe's premier destinations for windsurfing, kitesurfing and wingfoiling. The consistent Maestrale wind from the northwest blows reliably between 15 and 30 knots, typically from midday to early evening, from April to November.
American windsurfing champion Robby Naish described Porto Pollo as "a perfect natural gymnasium". In 2016, Porto Pollo hosted the IKA Kiteboarding World Championship finals.
The area hosts several internationally recognised water sports centres including MB Pro Center (founded 2009, one of Europe's largest windsurf centres with 250+ boards) and Sporting Club Sardinia (founded 1988, affiliated with the Italian Sailing Federation).
Beaches
editThe locality features several distinct beaches:
- Porto Pollo beach – 3 km long, exposed to wind, ideal for water sports
- Padula Piatta – calm waters, suitable for families
- Angolo Azzurro (Blue Corner) – granite rocks, crystal-clear water
- Punta Sardegna – wild beach with spectacular sunsets
- Spiaggia delle Dune – natural dunes, unspoiled nature
La Maddalena archipelago
editPorto Pollo serves as a departure point for excursions to the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park, reachable in approximately 15 minutes by boat. Key destinations include the islands of Spargi, Budelli (famous for its Pink Beach), Santa Maria and Caprera.
References
editExternal links
edit- PortoPollo.com – Complete guide to Porto Pollo: water sports, webcam, hotels, restaurants and activities
- Sporting Club Sardinia – Historic windsurf and kitesurf centre since 1988
- MB Pro Center – Windsurf, kitesurf and wingfoil centre