Life in Portisco: the elegance of the port
If you decide to spend your holidays on the north-eastern coast of Sardinia, Portisco is a place that will enchant you from your first visit. This small tourist village, located between Olbia and the renowned Porto Cervo, offers the perfect combination of sea, nature and typical Sardinian hospitality.
Just a 15-minute drive from Olbia airport and well connected to the main points of interest in the area, this resort is perfect for those seeking a relaxed yet experience-packed holiday.
The heart of Portisco - the Port
Portisco is known for its harbour, one of the most popular on the coast, which in summer becomes the centre of life. Elegant yachts and sailing boats moor here, and a stroll along the marina is a unique experience. Every evening there is a lively atmosphere - the scent of the sea, the music of the bars and restaurants, the laughter of visitors from all over the world.
During the day, the port of Portisco is much more than a simple landing place: it is a small centre full of services designed for those staying in the area or arriving by boat. Strolling along the marina you will find:
- Bar e cafes ideal for sea-view breakfasts or sunset aperitifs
- Restaurants e pizzerias with fresh fish, Sardinian cuisine and international dishes
- A market well stocked for daily shopping without moving
- Enoteca e wine barperfect for tasting and purchasing excellent local wines and spirits
- Car rental e scooter to conveniently explore the surroundings
- Laundry service
- Boat hire e inflatable boats with or without a licence
All in a relaxed and elegant atmosphere, typical of the coast.
Local cuisine and evening life
Life in Portisco would not be complete without good food. Local restaurants offer fresh fish, seafood, traditional Sardinian specialities and excellent pizzas. After dinner, it is worth stopping at a harbour bar, where you can enjoy an aperitif or cocktail with a view of the illuminated boats.
Beaches and sea at your fingertips
Portisco is ideally located for those who love the sea: a short walk from the Marina is a Coast to Coast dirt track along which there are wonderful, intimate coves with crystal-clear water. In addition to this hidden corner, the area also offers the Portisco Beach, perfect for relaxing a stone's throw from the harbour, and the famous Rena Biancarenowned for its smooth, white sand and breathtaking turquoise waters.
Staying in Portisco
To experience all this at its best, the ideal solution is to stay directly in Portisco. We at Coast Real Estate offer flats both in and near the port - from modern residences with a sea view to quieter accommodations surrounded by greenery pfor couples, families or groups of friends.
Portisco is the perfect base for exploring the Costa Smeralda while enjoying the authentic heart of this charming village.
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