Porto Torres

Tucked into the industrial port town of Porto Torres on Sardinia's northwestern coast, this marina sits at Darsena Esterna and gives you solid shelter with good holding ground — handy given the exposure to Mistral winds this stretch of coast is known for. It's a working harbour town rather than a glitzy resort, which means real services, fewer crowds, and easy access to the ancient Roman ruins of Turris Libisonis right in town. From here you're well-placed to explore the Asinara National Park island just to the northwest, one of the most pristine and restricted natural reserves in the Mediterranean.