La Maddalena

La Maddalena is the primary municipality of the archipelago of the same name off the northeastern coast of Sardinia. Located in the Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia, the town spans a group of islands in the Tyrrhenian Sea, near the Strait of Bonifacio. With a population of approximately 10,421 to 10,449 inhabitants, it serves as the cultural and administrative center of the islands. As part of a protected national park, the municipality offers a unique maritime environment separating Sardinia from neighboring Corsica. The settlement is the main hub of an area comprising several significant islands and numerous smaller islets, known for its strategic position between the two major Mediterranean islands.

The municipality of La Maddalena is situated in the Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia within the Tyrrhenian Sea. Geographically, the archipelago is positioned at the transition to the Strait of Bonifacio, which marks the border between Sardinia and Corsica. The municipal territory encompasses a series of prominent islands, including the main island of La Maddalena, as well as Caprera, Santo Stefano, Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, and Razzoli. Additionally, various smaller islets define the maritime landscape of the region. The location is characterized by its close proximity to the northeastern coast of Sardinia, forming a cohesive island ecosystem in the Mediterranean waters.

The entire group of islands of La Maddalena is integrated into a national park that ensures the protection of the diverse maritime landscape. The natural environment includes large islands such as La Maddalena and Caprera, as well as uninhabited or strictly protected sites like Budelli, Spargi, and Razzoli. Santo Stefano and Santa Maria are also part of this complex. The geographical location at the Strait of Bonifacio creates a special marine dynamic between Sardinia and Corsica. The area consists of a multitude of islands and islets providing a protected environment for local flora and fauna in the heart of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

La Maddalena Main IslandLa Maddalena Archipelago National ParkStrait of BonifacioCaprera IslandBudelli IslandSpargi IslandRazzoli Island