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Arzachena

Sardinia, Italy · Europe

About Arzachena

Arzachena is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Palau, 17km from La Maddalena Archipelago.

Arzachena is a town located in Sardinia, Italy. With a population of 6,199, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Arzachena sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Arzachena to your route.

About Arzachena

The Nuraghe La Prisgiona is a nuragic archaeological site (occupied from the 14th until the 9th century BC), located in the Capichera valley in the municipality of Arzachena, Costa Smeralda in the north of Sardinia. It consists of a nuraghe and a village comprising around 90–100 buildings, spread across 5 hectares.

Read more Findings from this site are, in many cases, unique in Sardinia, particularly with regard to decoration and use. Due to the large extent and number of buildings, the site is considered unique in North-East Sardinia. There is also some evidence for occupation during Roman and medieval times. The Giants' grave Coddu Vecchiu is located nearby.

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Where is Arzachena located?

Arzachena is located in Sardinia, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 41.0762 latitude, 9.3905 longitude.

What is the population of Arzachena?

Arzachena has a population of approximately 6,199 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
6,199
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Sardinia
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
41.0762, 9.3905

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from Arzachena

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

beach

Costa Smeralda

A glamorous stretch of northeastern Sardinia coastline known for its turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and luxury resorts.

11 km · about 20 min drive

national park

La Maddalena Archipelago

A national park of seven main islands off northeastern Sardinia with pristine beaches, granite rock formations, and crystal-clear waters.

17 km · about 20 min drive

natural wonder

Capo Testa

A surreal headland of wind-sculpted granite boulders near Santa Teresa Gallura at Sardinia's northern tip.

28 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Bonifacio

A dramatic citadel town perched atop sheer white limestone cliffs at the southern tip of Corsica, overlooking the strait to Sardinia.

40 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Castelsardo

Genoese-founded citadel town stacked on a basalt promontory over the Gulf of Asinara, its Doria castle now a museum of Mediterranean basket-weaving. The coast road in from Valledoria passes the mushroom-shaped Roccia dell'Elefante.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Arzachena

  • 40 kmBonifacioA dramatic citadel town perched atop sheer white limestone cliffs at the southern tip of Corsica, overlooking the strait to Sardinia.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Arzachena.

Palau

🇮🇹 Italy

11 km awayPop. 2,885

Sant'Antonio di Gallura

🇮🇹 Italy

12 km awayPop. 1,187

Porto Cervo

🇮🇹 Italy

14 km awayPop. 2,050

La Maddalena

🇮🇹 Italy

15 km awayPop. 10,297

Luogosanto

🇮🇹 Italy

16 km awayPop. 1,277

Olbia

🇮🇹 Italy

19 km awayPop. 60,345

Golfo Aranci

🇮🇹 Italy

20 km awayPop. 1,975

Telti

🇮🇹 Italy

23 km awayPop. 1,544

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