Pedra Longa, Baunei | The sea monolith of Ogliastra

Pedra Longa

A 128-metre needle of limestone and dolomite planted in the Tyrrhenian: Pedra Longa has been a natural monument since 1993 and is one of Sardinia's most photographed silhouettes. The Selvaggio Blu starts here — and the best sunsets end here.

Details and how to get there

## The monument Geologists read it as a page of Mediterranean history; Sardinians simply call it "sa perda".

Around its base, rock platforms descend into deep, transparent water: one of the island's most scenic swims, with fish rising to inspect your feet.

## What to do - Swim and snorkel in the rock pools - Sunset aperitif at the seasonal kiosk - Via ferrata and climbing routes on the north face (experts, with guide) - Start of the Punta Giradili trail and the Selvaggio Blu

## The right moment At sunset the monolith turns from white to gold to pink: bring a sweater, sit on the rocks and let the show do the rest.

In summer, a night swim beneath the moonlit wall is a memory that stays.

At a glance

From I Mandorli: about 25 minutes by car

Access: scenic road from Baunei down to the sea

Activities: swimming, snorkelling, climbing, kiosk aperitif

I Mandorli Boutique Country Retreat in Ogliastra: breakfast, pool, free parking and Lotzorai beaches 12 minutes away.