Budelli is an uninhabited island in the Maddalena archipelago off northern Sardinia. Its best-known landmark is Spiaggia Rosa, a protected beach whose pink hue comes from tiny coral and shell fragments in the sand. The island’s coast has white beaches, granite formations and clear water, and the nearby Porto della Madonna lies between Budelli, Razzoli and Santa Maria. Access is tightly restricted to protect the shoreline, so check whether you have permission before planning a visit. The island also has Roman-era history and appeared in Michelangelo Antonioni’s film The Red Desert.
Spiaggia Rosa and its protected shoreline
Spiaggia Rosa is on Budelli’s southeastern shore. Its distinctive colour comes from small coral and shell fragments in the sand. The beach is protected, and access to the island is subject to severe restrictions. Confirm permission before making plans, and avoid disturbing the shoreline or removing natural material.
Budelli in the Maddalena archipelago
Budelli is one of the islands in the Maddalena archipelago, off northern Sardinia. Nearby Porto della Madonna is a stretch of shallow, clear water enclosed by Budelli, Razzoli and Santa Maria. The island’s history reaches back to Roman times, and its landscape appeared in Michelangelo Antonioni’s film The Red Desert.
FAQ
Where is Budelli?
Budelli is in the Maddalena archipelago off northern Sardinia, Italy.
Why is Spiaggia Rosa pink?
Its pink colour comes from tiny coral and shell fragments in the sand.
Can you visit Budelli?
Access is severely restricted. Check the current rules and obtain permission before planning a visit.
