Arbatax Port Ferry Overview
Arbatax is the greatest hamlet of Tortolì, Sardinia, in Italy. The town is situated by the Tyrrhenian Sea, 5 km west of Tortolì. The port is used by ferries from Civitavecchia and is also monopolized by the marine construction company Intermare, who build gas rigs and vessels. The marina is one of the cheapest in Sardinia and provides an excellent base for exploring the splendid Eastern coastline. The famous "Trenino verde" tourist train chugs up into the mountainous hinterland.
Mussels are farmed in the nearby lagoon and fresh fish are on sale from the fishing cooperative. The red rocks and the masses of porphyritic granite located close to the harbour are the most photographed feature in Arbatax. As well as the famous red rocks Arbatax another tourist attraction are the wonderful views from the lighthouse which sits above the village.
Arbatax is a key port of Sardinia and the point of entry for ferry travellers arriving on the Tirrenia ferry services from trippers from Civitavecchia and Genoa, Arbatax is a busy, functional kind of place. As well as the ferry services the Port of Arbatax is also an active fishing port. |