Introduction
Gallura and Costa Smeralda blend the glamour of pristine beaches with the authentic flavors of an inland landscape of granite and cork.
The area boasts 3 protected-designation products and 3 dishes of the local tradition.
Upcoming Events & Festivals
Here are the upcoming events in Gallura e Costa Smeralda:
Recurring Events
These events take place every year in Gallura e Costa Smeralda:
Sagra del Porcheddu
AgostoArzachena
Festa del maialetto arrosto nella tradizione gallurese.
Vendemmia in Gallura
SettembreTempio Pausania
Festa della vendemmia del Vermentino DOCG.
Festival Jazz di Berchidda
AgostoBerchidda · Dal 1988
Time in Jazz, festival fondato da Paolo Fresu nella Gallura interna.
PDO, PGI and local products
The protected-designation products of Gallura e Costa Smeralda represent the excellence of the area:
What to eat in Gallura e Costa Smeralda
Stale bread, cheese and broth baked in the oven like rustic lasagna.
Roasted Sardinian suckling pig on a spit with myrtle wood.
Olbia mussels cooked with tomato, garlic and parsley.
Traditions & Culture
A procession at sea in Porto Cervo with decorated boats.
A reenactment of Nuragic civilization with traditional Gallurese dances and music.
Nature Parks & Protected Areas
An archipelago of 7 islands with crystal-clear waters and pink granite.
Spectacular seabeds surrounding the island of Tavolara.
Historical Figures
Founder of Costa Smeralda in 1962, he transformed the Gallurese coast into a world-renowned luxury destination.
Local Communities
The festivals and events in Gallura e Costa Smeralda are organized by Pro Loco associations and local groups that safeguard the area's traditions:
Curiosities
“Costa Smeralda was created in 1962 by the Aga Khan, who purchased a stretch of deserted coastline.”
“Vermentino di Gallura is Sardinia's only DOCG wine.”
“The La Maddalena Archipelago has such crystal-clear waters that boats appear to fly above the seabed.”
Frequently Asked Questions
1What DOP and IGP products are found in Gallura and Costa Smeralda?expand_more
In Gallura and Costa Smeralda you'll find 3 protected designation products, including: Vermentino di Gallura (DOCG), Miele Amaro di Corbezzolo (PAT), and Pecorino Sardo (DOP).
2What should you eat in Gallura and Costa Smeralda?expand_more
The typical dishes of Gallura and Costa Smeralda include: Zuppa gallurese, Porcheddu, and Cozze alla tarantina. Each of these dishes tells the gastronomic story of the territory.
3What are the most famous food festivals in Gallura and Costa Smeralda?expand_more
Among the most important festivals and events in Gallura and Costa Smeralda are: Sagra del Porcheddu (Arzachena, August); Vendemmia in Gallura (Tempio Pausania, September); and the Jazz Festival in Berchidda (Berchidda, August).
4What natural parks are there in Gallura and Costa Smeralda?expand_more
The protected natural areas in Gallura and Costa Smeralda include: Parco Nazionale dell'Arcipelago di La Maddalena (National Park) and Area Marina Protetta di Tavolara (Marine Protected Area).
5Who organizes the food festivals in Gallura and Costa Smeralda?expand_more
The festivals in Gallura and Costa Smeralda are organized by local communities such as Consorzio Vermentino di Gallura and Pro Loco Arzachena. These local associations are the guardians of the territory's gastronomic traditions.