Sardinia in August – departure to the island of colours

After arriving in the port city of Olbia, we go straight to Sassari. Sassari, the second largest city in Sardinia and a metropolis in the north, has a population of over 100,000. The business and administrative centre is buzzing with hustle and bustle, and this may deter some from visiting the city centre, which however offers good parking facilities, so that a visit with a motorhome is also worthwhile. 

The destination is Bosa, which is well known for its colourful houses. The small town is beautifully embedded between the surrounding mountains and the first glimpse of the colourful houses, and their narrow alleys gives you an absolute holiday feeling. The shady and narrow alleys invite you to take a walk and cool off, especially in summer. A stroll is a must for every visitor. In the dreamy sunset, we continue on the coastal road along the sea to the south, to the small peninsula Su Pallosu, where there is a parking space for another overnight stay. 

We continue on the mountain roads of the 24,000 km² island. Jerzu and Ulassai, small colourful mountain villages in the sunset, Sardinian nature and culture take your breath away - the rocks in the red evening light form a dreamlike backdrop. Off to Urzulei, the Eldorado for adventurous hikers, very close to “Punta La Marmora”, which, at 1,843 m, is Sardinia's highest mountain. At “Supramonte Urzulei” turn left and follow the road for a short distance. At a narrow bulge with an abyss, both left and right high above the valley, there is a breath-taking view through the large panorama window over Urzulei and Sardinia's mountainous landscapes.

After a day of enjoyment, action is back on the agenda: the next day, it's off to Lago del Cedrino, a real treasure for all kinds of activities. You can go canoeing, fishing and spear fishing across the lake, freediving in the lake and in the lagoon, snorkelling, taking underwater photography courses or exploring the nearby “Grotta di Ispinigoli”. 

The vacation is unfortunately coming to an end, but one highlight is still waiting and that is Palau. At the "Villaggio Camping Acapulco" there are parking spaces right by the sea above a small rocky bay. There are sinks with a sea view, which make washing up a lot more pleasant after cooking together. Looking at the busy shipping traffic in front of the islands and Palau, you can hardly see enough and are already dreaming of your next vacation.