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Oristano and the Sinis · Beach
Is Arutas
The best-known beach of the Sinis, made of quartz grains that look like grains of rice.
About the place
The grains are white, pink and green, and the beach sits between low cliffs. The sea shifts from green to turquoise and gets deep just a few metres from the shore.
Around the San Salvatore area you will find parking, a kiosk, a few restaurants and a motorhome area. The beach is in the marine protected area.
What to do
- Swim and snorkel
- Try windsurfing or kitesurfing when it is windy
- Take a break at the kiosk in the San Salvatore area
Distances
- From Oristano about 22 km · 31 min
- From Torre dei Corsari about 79 km · 105 min
by car. In high season, journeys take longer.
Practical tips
- Taking sand away is forbidden: leave every grain where it is.
- Parking is paid in season; check opening times and access before you set off.
Check opening times and access before you set off
Nearby places
Where to stay
Where to stay
A comfortable base to reach this place.
