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Palau

Sardinia, Italy · Europe

About Palau

Palau works well as a base: 10 minutes from La Maddalena, 6km from La Maddalena Archipelago.

Palau is a town located in Sardinia, Italy. With a population of 2,885, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Palau 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 Palau to your route.

About Palau

Punta Palau Lighthouse (Italian: Faro di Punta Palau) is an active lighthouse located on the northern extremity of a granite promontory where, shaped by time, appears a natural sculpture that looks like a bear, symbol of Palau in front of the Maddalena archipelago on the Tyrrhenian Sea.

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What are the best things to do in Palau?

Palau offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Palau located?

Palau is located in Sardinia, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 41.1794 latitude, 9.3819 longitude.

What is the population of Palau?

Palau has a population of approximately 2,885 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
2,885
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Sardinia
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
41.1794, 9.3819

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 Palau

4 notable places within an hour's 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.

6 km · about 10 min drive

beach

Costa Smeralda

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

16 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Capo Testa

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

21 km · about 25 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.

30 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Palau

  • 30 kmBonifacioA dramatic citadel town perched atop sheer white limestone cliffs at the southern tip of Corsica, overlooking the strait to Sardinia.
  • 70 kmCol de BavellaCorsica's most spectacular mountain pass at 1218m, winding through twisted granite needles and fragrant pine forests in the island's wild interior.

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 Palau.

La Maddalena

🇮🇹 Italy

4 km awayPop. 10,297

Arzachena

🇮🇹 Italy

11 km awayPop. 6,199

Porto Cervo

🇮🇹 Italy

13 km awayPop. 2,050

Santa Teresa Gallura

🇮🇹 Italy

17 km awayPop. 3,283

Luogosanto

🇮🇹 Italy

21 km awayPop. 1,277

Sant'Antonio di Gallura

🇮🇹 Italy

22 km awayPop. 1,187

Aglientu

🇮🇹 Italy

25 km awayPop. 518

Golfo Aranci

🇮🇹 Italy

27 km awayPop. 1,975

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