Hidden Gem in Sardinia | Stunning Quartz Beach Spiaggia di Maimoni

f you're visiting Sardinia, don't miss the breathtaking quartz beaches near Cabras! While slightly off the beaten path (📍see map at the end), they're worth the trip. 🚗 Best Route: • From Olbia (recommended): ~2h drive via smooth roads • From Alghero: Also ~2h, but winding mountain roads (prone to car sickness!) 🌊 Why Visit? • Secret local favorite—most tourists don’t know about these "rice grain" beaches! • Sparkling quartz sand that glitters like diamonds (but DON’T take any—fines up to €3,000!) • Fewer crowds (mostly locals on weekends; weekdays are even quieter) 🏖️ Top Picks: 1️⃣ Spiaggia di Maimoni • Less crowded, great for snorkeling (look for sardine schools!) • The quartz grains are larger at Funtana Maimoni (quieter spot) 2️⃣ Spiaggia di Is Arutas • More popular with locals (visit on weekdays to avoid crowds) • Slightly bigger quartz grains • Close to Maimoni—easy to visit both in one day! ⚠️ IMPORTANT: ‼️ Removing quartz sand is ILLEGAL (fines up to €3,000!) ‼️ ‼️ Seriously, don’t even try—protect this natural wonder! ‼️ #SardiniaSecrets #HiddenBeaches #QuartzSand #ItalyOffThePath #SardiniaTravel #LessCrowded #BeachLovers #SustainableTravel #NoSandTheft