Cala Francese
- Shelter
- NE, E, SW, S, SE
- Seabed
- sand, rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Deep inlet on the south-west coast of La Maddalena, within the archipelago national park. Sand and rock bottom, with a small beach at its head.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Tricky approach with many rocks awash and no beacons. Depth shoals to about 3.5 metres, poorly suited to larger boats. A 24 m yacht anchored in 15 metres for a swimming stop in July 2024.
Practical
Since June 2025 the national park charges a fee for boats. In 2025 it was 40 euros online for a 14 m boat, and up to 40 percent more at a ranger check. Overnight stays were prohibited in 2025.
History
A pink granite quarry worked until the Second World War can be visited ashore. Its stone was used for quays at Genoa, Malta and Venice.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 41.22189, 9.37732 (41°13.31'N 9°22.64'E)
- Country
- Italy
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north-east, east, south-west, south, south-east winds
- Seabed
- sand, rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Boaters' rating
- 2.9/5
- Updated
- October 16, 2026
Getting there
Cala Francese lies at 41°13.31'N 9°22.64'E, that is 41.22189, 9.37732 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is Cala Francese sheltered from?
Cala Francese is sheltered from north-east, east, south-west, south, south-east winds.
Can you anchor at Cala Francese?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Cala Francese.
How do boaters rate Cala Francese?
Cala Francese is rated 2.9/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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