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The World’s 100 Best Beaches

Cala Goloritzé

Baunei, Italy

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST BEACHES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 34 2026
Cala Goloritzé

A small cove of white pebbles and rock with clear turquoise water, backed by limestone cliffs, a 143-metre pinnacle and a natural arch. Visitors hike about 3.5–4 km with roughly 500 m of elevation from the Su Porteddu car park on the Golgo plateau, or view it by boat.

Highlights

  • White pebbles and rocks
  • Clear turquoise water
  • Limestone pinnacle and arch

Good to know

  • €7 ticket, book three days ahead
  • No food, water or toilets at beach
  • Path opens 7:30, beach closes 5 pm

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