Spearfishing in Sardinia: the most beautiful places and their treasures

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Spearfishing in Sardinia: the most beautiful places and their treasures

La spearfishing in Sardinia it has always been a topic much loved by fans of this sport. Crystal clear waters, breathtaking landscapes and excellent prey make Sardinia a perfect destination for those who want to practice underwater fishing in complete tranquillity.

Sardinia spearfishing, rules and prohibitions

There are so many places to dive into the sea and treasures to discover, but before setting off for the island it is important to know some rules to be respected. Spearfishing is in fact always prohibited at a distance greater than 50 meters from the signaling float. It is also necessary to respect a distance of more than 500 meters from the beaches with bathers and 100 meters from the fixed fishing facilities and from the ships that are anchored outside the ports.

Divers also cannot harvest molluscs, crustaceans or coral, except for cephalopods. For the collection of soldiers, in a maximum quantity of three kg per person per day, the authorization of the Head of the Maritime Compartment is required. The fines and sanctions for those who violate the rules are quite high and depend both on the infringement committed and on what is established by the Region of Sardinia. In any case, before starting to practice spearfishing on this island, it is essential to inquire at the portal of the region.

Sardinia spearfishing, the most beautiful places

Sardinia is a paradise waiting to be discovered and the places where practice spearfishing there are so many. Among the most popular areas we find that of Castelsardo, which gives a mixed backdrop, with rocks, caves, seagrass and sand. Practicing spearfishing you can meet dentex and sea bass, but also grouper, leerfish and amberjack.

In the area of Stintino instead we find a particularly rocky bottom with long strips of sand and numerous fish species such as mullet and sea bass, as well as dentex. In the locality of Porto Ferro, in Porticciolo, we find instead a rocky seabed with cracks and ravines that give shelter to croakers and breams. In winter, this area of ​​Sardinia is exceptional for fishing sea bass as well as gigantic croaker, while in summer, snapper and sea bream abound.

Going further south we find the Cala Regina beach, one of the most beautiful and wildest in Sardinia, characterized by an ancient Spanish watchtower and Mediterranean scrub. The cove is particularly loved by those who practice Spearfishing. But there is no shortage of commercials even in the Cagliari area and in the area of ​​the island of Sant'Antioco and Carloforte, places that offer breathtaking landscapes and the possibility of unforgettable dives.