# La Maddalena: where to stay and how to travel

> Choose La Maddalena if you want to experience the archipelago over several days instead of taking a single excursion. Ferries leave from Palau. Without a vehicle, check buses, taxis and tours available on your dates; with one, you can reach more coves independently.

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An inhabited island in the archipelago, reached by ferry from Palau, with town services and access to beaches and excursions.

## Who it suits
Couples, sea and nature lovers, travellers interested in boat trips and special stays in Gallura.

## Best period
Late spring and early autumn suit beach days and excursions. Check ferries, marine weather and seasonal services before departure.

## Traceable facts

- Geographic context: La Maddalena belongs to the municipal area of La Maddalena, in the province of Sassari.

- Official profile: An inhabited island in the archipelago, reached by ferry from Palau, with town services and access to beaches and excursions.

## Sources

- [SardegnaTurismo — Regione Sardegna](<https://www.sardegnaturismo.it/it/luoghi/nord-est/la-maddalena>) — accessed 2026-08-20T00:00:00.000Z

- [Delcomar](<https://delcomar.it/la-maddalena-palau/>) — accessed 2026-08-20T00:00:00.000Z