Top 5 tours La Maddalena Archipelago
Discovering Bear Rock: a path between history and legend
An iconic symbol of Gallura: the Bear Rock, also known as Capo d'Orso, is one of Sardinia's most famous natural monuments. Located in the territory of Palau, this striking granite formation dominates the landscape with its unmistakable silhouette that, from a certain angle, resembles the figure of a bear.
The information on this page concerns passenger transport by ferry Palau La Madddalena. Click below if you are looking for information on excursions, boat trips La Maddalena Archipelago
Palau La Maddalena 2024 ferries: departure times
The town of La Maddalena is located on the island of the same name and can only be reached by sea. In Palau there is a small port that offers connections to many other destinations but in particular there are the routes of the Palau La Maddalena ferries.
| FROM LA MADDALENA | FROM PALAU | M/NAVE |
|---|---|---|
| 06.00 | 06.30 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 07.00 | 07.30 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 07.30* | 08.00* | ISLAND OF S. STEFANO |
| 08.00* | 08.30* | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 08.30 | 09.00 | ISLAND OF S.STEFANO |
| 09.00 | 09.30 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 09.30 | 10.00 | ISLAND OF S.STEFANO |
| 10.00* | 10.30 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 10.30 | 11.00 | ISLAND OF S.STEFANO |
| 11.00 | 11.30 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 11.30 | 12.00 | ISLAND OF S.STEFANO |
| 12.00 | 12.30 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 12.30 | 13.00 | ISLAND OF S.STEFANO |
| 13.00* | 13.30* | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 13.30 | 14.00 | ISLAND OF S.STEFANO |
| 14.15* | 14.45* | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 15.15 | 15.45 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 16.00 | 16.30 | ISLAND OF S.STEFANO |
| 16.30 | 17.00 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 17.00 | 17.30 | ISLAND OF S. STEFANO |
| 17.30* | 18.00* | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 18.00 | 18.30 | ISLAND OF S.STEFANO |
| 18.30 | 19.00 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 19.00 | 19.30 | ISLAND OF S.STEFANO |
| 19.30 | 20.00 | MADDALENA ISLAND |
| 20.30 | 21.00 | ENZO D. |
| 21.30 | 22.00 | ENZO D. |
| 22.30 | 23.00 | ENZO D. |
| 23:30 | 00.00 | ENZO D. |
| 00:30 | 01.00 | ENZO D. |
| 01.30 | 02.00 | ENZO D. |
| 03.00 | 03.30 | ENZO D. |
| 04.00 | 04.30 | ENZO D. |
| 04.55 | 05.30 | ENZO D. |
*Guaranteed departures even in the event of a strike
*The 10:00 departure is dedicated to the transport of dangerous goods: maximum number of passengers transported: 25
Palau La Maddalena 2024 Ferries: prices
PASSENGERS
Adult € 8.70
Child 4-11 years € 7.30
CAR
up to 4 m € 10.20
over 4 m € 24.30
MOTORCYCLES and SCOOTERS
up to 250 CC € 11.40
over 250 CC € 15.00
BICYCLES
Bicycles € 4.40
Prices are round-trip. The cost of a one-way ticket is just over half. It is also possible to purchase carnet of 10 tickets at a discounted price
Booking Palau La Maddalena Ferries
I Palau La Maddalena ferry prices are indicative and inclusive of return journey.
To see the latest prices and buy tickets online you can visit the shipping company's website Delcomar or go directly to the online booking ferries Palau La Maddalena
Palau La Maddalena ferry with car
On the Palau Maddalena ferry you can embark with cartrucks, motorhomes, motorbikes and bicycles. There are approximately 390 passenger spaces and the garage has about 90 places between cars and trucks.
Holiday passenger cars as well as courier and freight trucks are loaded onto the ferry.
Are 90 places a lot or a few? It depends. During the high season - July and August - I recommend buying your car ticket early, especially if you have connections to catch with buses, trains or planes. That way you can be sure of boarding.
Ferry boat Palau La Maddalena 2024
How long is the crossing?
The crossing takes about 20 minutes. It is possible to enjoy the crossing on the open-air decks or take shelter indoors in case the weather is not favourable. A bar service is available during the crossing.
How early do I have to arrive?
Embarking by car
To embark with your car, you must arrive 15-20 minutes before the departure time and prepare yourself in the embarkation area as instructed by the stewards at the port.
Packaging without a car
If you arrive in Palau by car but need to embark on foot, we advise you to arrive at least 30 minutes earlier to find parking, especially in the summer months. There are two large paid parking areas a few hundred metres from the port, so you can also reach the embarkation point on foot.
We recommend that you bring coins for the machine as it does not accept cash cards.
Do I have to buy online?
It is not compulsory to buy the ticket online. However, it is highly recommended to buy the ticket online in the months of May to October.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets can be purchased at the Palau maritime station or at the La Maddalena ticket office.
Both can be found in ports near the embarkation points
Can I reserve a particular seat?
The crossing is short so it is not possible to reserve a particular seat.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, you can take your dog on board as long as you have a leash and muzzle.
Can I take a bicycle on board?
Yes, for a small supplement. See online booking for updated rates
What services will I find on the ferry?
I Palau La Madalena Ferries are small passenger ships with all the basic amenities. There is a bar where you can enjoy a cappuccino and croissant or break your hunger with snacks, sandwiches and sandwiches.
There are also toilets on board and all the elements to ensure the safety of passengers such as a doctor on board.
Wheelchair-accessible lifts are also provided.
Frequently asked questions
14 responses
I would like to know if it is possible to bring a dog
Sì, è possibile portare a bordo un cane. Ricorda il guinzaglio e la museruola 🙂
Good morning,
from the 8.30 p.m. ferry to the destination is Enzo D. What do you mean?
thank you
Hi Patrizia,
Enzo D. is the name of the ferry. You can see it written on the 'side' of the ferry.
Hi if I board the car. can I get a return ticket the next day?
Do I have to buy the ticket online or can I buy it there?
You can also buy tickets in the maritime station
Muss ich das online Ticket ausgedruckt mitbringen oder reicht es auf dem Handy?
A steal 42.50€ for 2 adults and a 4m car resident in Sardinia. And the lady even made the joke that there was a.discount for everyone. It's normal that tourists run away.
Good morning, I have a ticket purchased on 20/09/2023 for the trip La Maddalena - Palau scheduled for 25/09/2023. I only now read that the date on the ticket is 20 September, and not 25 September. However, on the back of the ticket it says 'valid for the current year'. S
Does this mean that I can actually use that ticket for 25 September?
Bonjour,
nous souhaitons venir sur Maddalena fin octobre depuis Palau, avec une voiture, afin de rester trois jours sur place.
Peut-on traverser tous les jours à cette saison, et avec une voiture ? Ou seulement le week-end ?
merci beaucoup pour votre retour
How much can a crossing with the 7.30-length motorhome and 2 adults cost?
Good evening August 2023 I took the ferry from Palau to the island of La Maddalena with my SUV and four people including myself and I paid €60 for a one-day outward and return journey.
PS I bought my ticket at the port of Palau.
Hi Daniele,
the round trip cost for 4 persons with SUV is € 59.10. Here is the table
PASSENGERS
Adult € 8.70
Child 4-11 years € 7.30
CAR
up to 4 m € 10.20
over 4 m € 24.30
Please note that in addition to this amount, a landing fee of €2.50 per person must be paid to the municipality of La Maddalena