Spiaggia dei Cavalieri

Drop anchor off Spiaggia dei Cavalieri and you're right in the heart of the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park, surrounded by the kind of granite-sculpted, turquoise-water scenery that makes this corner of Sardinia famous. The anchorage offers good shelter from all winds, making it a reliable overnight spot. It gets seriously crowded at peak summer, so aim for shoulder season if you want the place closer to yourself. Keep the park regulations in hand — anchoring rules are enforced here and vary by zone.