Spiaggia Pittulongu, the beach of Pittulongu, only eight kilometers east of Olbia, north of and just past the port’s industrial zone, beholds a temptation of the Golfo Aranci Bay.
On my first ride in Sardinia, I cycled to Golfo Aranci and Porto Rotondo and back to Olbia, a ride of just under 50 km. A wonderful ride and a perfect introduction to the landscape of Sardinia and the spectacular views and vistas of its coastline. There were a handful of cyclists on the road and a few cars. Golfo Aranci is a renowned vacation destination on the northeastern tip of Sardinia, with houses, villas, and apartments for sale and rent. Its port offers ferry connections to the mainland of Italy and the island of Corsica, and during the summer it welcomes thousands of tourists. In late April, however, it was virtually deserted, exuding sleepy ambiance, a perfect day to come cycling through for a taste of this corner of Sardinia.
