Marceddì Lagoon
Terralba
A Ramsar lagoon on the west coast between Terralba and Arbus — fishing village, wooden jetties and a special protection area.
Location
Marceddì Lagoon lies on Sardinia's west coast across the municipalities of Arbus, Arborea, Guspini and Terralba. It has been listed as a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention since the 1970s and is also classified as a Special Protection Area under the EU Birds Directive 79/409/EEC. The lagoon belongs to the Region of Sardinia, which licenses professional fishing here — gilthead bream, mullet, sea bass, eels, crabs, sole and clams. Jetties and shore paths lead to the water from the edge of Marceddì village; the old bridge towards Sant'Antonio di Santadi is the best-known viewpoint over boats, herons and flamingos.
Highlights
- Ramsar site and EU Special Protection Area
- Traditional lagoon fishing with wooden jetties
- Sunsets from the old bridge
Tips
- The village has simple fish restaurants — clams and eel are typical.
- The jetties are working fishing structures: keep your distance.
