Places
Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Popular
Isola di Caprera — Compendio Garibaldino & Punta Rossa
Sardinia
Caprera, linked to La Maddalena by a causeway, is a national-park island of pink granite, Aleppo pine and macchia. Trails from the Garibaldi house (the "Compendio") lead to Punta Rossa's coastal batteries, Cala Coticcio (a strictly protected cove) and the summit of Monte Teialone.
Duration
Half day
Distance
10 km
Elevation
+200 m
Best season
April – October
Parking · Free
Free parking on Caprera near the museum; ferry from Palau to La Maddalena.
Water
Carry water — little on the trails.
Highlights
- Garibaldi's house and tomb
- Granite coastal batteries at Punta Rossa
- Pink-granite and pine trail network
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome on the trails of the Maddalena park; ferries carry dogs.
