COVID-19: Current Information on the Corona Crisis in Sardinia

The Situation in Brief

Sardinia, like the rest of Italy, has been subject to national measures introduced to contain the spread of COVID-19. The Italian government’s decrees have applied across all regions, including the island, and have affected travel, tourism and everyday life for residents and visitors alike.

Travel to and from the Island

Ferries and flights connecting Sardinia with the Italian mainland and with other countries have continued to operate, though often on reduced timetables. Passengers have been required to follow the rules in force at the time of travel, which have changed frequently as the epidemiological situation has evolved.

Anyone planning a crossing or a flight has been advised to check directly with the carrier for the latest schedule and for any documentation required before departure.

Rules on the Ground

Within Sardinia, the same national framework has governed daily life: restrictions on movement between municipalities, curfews, limits on gatherings, and the closure or reduced capacity of many businesses, bars and restaurants. Beaches and other public spaces have been subject to access rules that have varied from one period to another.

Masks have been mandatory in indoor public spaces and, at various stages, outdoors where distancing could not be maintained.

Tourism and Accommodation

Hotels, agriturismi, resorts, campsites and holiday rentals across the island have had to adapt to the health protocols in force, including enhanced cleaning and limits on occupancy in communal areas. Many establishments have offered flexible booking conditions in response to the uncertainty surrounding travel.

Travellers with existing bookings have generally been advised to contact their accommodation provider or tour operator directly to discuss options.

Health Advice

The standard precautions have applied as elsewhere: frequent hand washing, maintaining distance from others, wearing a mask where required, and staying home when unwell. Anyone experiencing symptoms has been urged to contact the Italian health authorities rather than turning up unannounced at a clinic or hospital.

Keeping Up to Date

Because the rules have changed at short notice, the most reliable approach has been to consult official Italian government sources and the traveller’s own national foreign ministry before making any plans. Local information from accommodation providers and transport operators has also been valuable for confirming what applies on the ground.

Sardinia has remained a destination many visitors hope to return to, and the island’s tourism sector has looked forward to welcoming guests again as conditions allow.