Porto Torres overlooks the splendid Gulf of Asinara, a few kilometres from Sassari. Founded by the Romans in 46 BC (Turris Libisonis), it is a city where history and natural beauty coexist perfectly. The monuments in the historic centre, the archaeological complexes, i city museums, coexist with the beaches, very close to the town centre, both free and equipped. Among the best-known beaches are: Renaredda, Scoglio Lungo very close to the built-up area, Sweet Waters, Balai, Platamona, Farrizza, With access for four-legged friends. To preserve the environmental heritage, two protected areas have been established: the Asinara National Park (an island 16 km long) and the protected marine area of the same name.
The port located near the city centre is the largest in all of Sardinia. The port area is divided between a commercial port and an industrial port. Ferries to Porto Torres They connect the coastal city to the Italian peninsula, but also to Spain (Barcelona), Corsica and mainland France. From the city's harbour, you can walk along its promenade, a beautiful pedestrian and cycle path.
Monuments and places of interest:
- The Basilica of Saint Gavinus
- The Aragonese Tower, located at the port's exit and symbol of the city
- The Roman Bridge
- The hypogeal necropolis of Su Crucifissu Mannu
- The Temple of Monte d'Accoddi
- The National Archaeological Museum of Antiquarium Turritano
BY FERRY FROM PORTO TORRES
The port area of Porto Torres dedicated to passenger ships is the Civic port with the moles of Speaker, platform Customs Signs and platform Deep Waters. The Sea lines national they are active all the year and connect them Arms of Civitavecchia and of Genoa with the Gulf of Asinara. International routes connect with Barcelona, Ajaccio e Toulon.
