You're looking to plan your trip to Sardaigne in the best possible conditions? Here are answers to your frequently asked questions about this Mediterranean island.

How do I get to Sardaigne?

Generally by plane with direct flights from Paris, as well as from Nantes, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Lyon, Strasbourg… to Olbia (in northern Sardaigne) or in the south to Cagliari (the capital). It's also possible to fly with Alitalia with connections through Milan or Rome daily.

Alternatively, you can take the ferry from Toulon to Porto Torres in the northwest of Sardaigne. This is convenient if you want to bring your car!

Flight duration:

Expect approximately 2 hours of flight time. The airports in Cagliari and Olbia are close to city centers and easily accessible by public transport (train service from Cagliari's Elmas airport). We recommend booking your tickets well in advance, as flights fill up quickly during peak summer season, particularly in July and August.

What is the climate like in Sardaigne?

It's a Mediterranean climate with beautiful weather most of the time. Sunshine is guaranteed in summer, though it can get quite warm!

In winter, it can snow in central Sardaigne (the Gennargentu massif)!

Spring is the most pleasant time to discover Sardaigne. The shoulder seasons are also wonderful.

Can I use my mobile phone?

The telephone network works in Sardaigne. However, in the island's interior and in certain remote areas, there may be no signal. This makes Sardaigne an ideal destination for digital detox stays!

What is the most widely practiced religion in Sardaigne?

Catholicism is the religion practiced in Sardaigne, as it is throughout Italy in general.

How is Sardaigne governed?

Sardaigne is an autonomous region with special status within Italy, officially designated as the Autonomous Region of Sardaigne (in Italian Regione Autonoma della Sardegna). Its special status is enshrined in the 1948 constitution, which guarantees the autonomy of local institutions and the protection of its unique ethnolinguistic and cultural characteristics.

How many people live in Sardaigne?

There are approximately 1,660,000 Sardinians. It's a sparsely populated Mediterranean island that actually has more sheep than people! There is significant rural depopulation, with migration primarily benefiting Sardaigne's main city: Cagliari.

What language is spoken in Sardaigne?

Sardinians speak Italian, but they have their own language: Sardinian, which is spoken by 80% of the population.