Liscia di Vacca: Coast, Culture and Water Sports on the Costa Smeralda

Liscia di Vacca is one of the places on the Costa Smeralda and is considered one of its historic centres. Mediterranean maquis surrounds the town, while turquoise waters characterise the coast. The houses are situated between rocks and offer views of part of the Costa Smeralda as well as the Maddalena Archipelago. In the background, Monte Moro shapes the landscape. If you would like to combine the coast, water sports and history during your trip, you will find various specific points of interest in Liscia di Vacca.

Calm waters and activities by the water

The calm, warm waters of the Bay of Liscia di Vacca are suitable for stand-up paddling. Standard SUP, pedal SUP and electric SUP are available. Costa Smeralda Luxury Sport offers water sports activities at the mooring of the Pitrizza Hotel; these include canoe and kayak activities. Single, double and triple kayaks are rented at the jetty of the Pitrizza Hotel, with a minimum rental period of one hour. The one-hour minimum rental period provides a clear time frame for a kayaking excursion and can be taken into account when planning the day.

Another option on the water is the inflatable boat rental centre operated by Noleggio Gommoni Services in Coast in Liscia di Vacca. The water sports offering in Liscia di Vacca therefore includes stand-up paddling, canoe and kayak activities, as well as inflatable boat rental.

Beaches and practical information

Liscia di Vacca Beach can be reached with Lu Pustali to the Liscia di Vacca stop and then by walking along a longer stretch of the route. The beach has a jetty for mooring some boats. Sun loungers and parasols are also available for hire; a bar and a small selection of food and refreshments complement the facilities there. Pitrizza Beach, located near Liscia di Vacca, is small and sandy. Very white sand and emerald-green water characterise this beach.

History and Madonna di Bonaria

The history of Liscia di Vacca includes the Conca di Frati Marraca, which smugglers used to hide goods brought in from Corsica. The inhabitants built the church dedicated to Madonna di Bonaria on a hill facing the sea. The patronal feast of Madonna di Bonaria is associated with 31 May at 7 p.m. If you also take historical and religious references into account during a stay on the coast, these themes in Liscia di Vacca complement the town’s maritime character.

Connections with other places

The Rosa line operated by Lu Pustali connects Liscia di Vacca with Arzachena, Cannigione, Baja Sardinia, Porto Cervo, Abbiadori, Santa Teresina and Monticanaglia. This connection may be relevant when planning accommodation in Liscia di Vacca if several of these places are to be part of your trip. This also allows the coastal town to be considered in connection with other destinations on the Costa Smeralda.

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