Town · Italy · Sardinia
Alghero
A walled seaside town on Sardinia's west coast with a Catalan accent.
about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why Alghero matters
Alghero's walls and bastions face the sea, and the old town has a Catalan flavour from centuries of Spanish rule; street signs appear in both Italian and Catalan. Sunset walks along the ramparts are the main ritual, and nearby are Neptune's Grotto and long sandy beaches. Fresh seafood and local coral jewellery are specialties.
Talking points
- The old town was shaped by Catalan rule, and the dialect survives.
- The seaside ramparts are the best place to watch sunset.
- Neptune's Grotto is a short boat or stair trip away.
- The coast nearby is known for its coral.
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What to see in Alghero
Cave
Neptune's Grotto
Alghero, Italy
A sea cave with stalactites reached by boat or a cliff staircase.