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McRent Sardinia North c/o Camperis S.P.A131, Strada Statale Carlo Felice, 07100 SassariView map
Hiring a motorhome in Sassari puts your starting point at the heart of north-western Sardinia, between two landscapes: to the north, the Gulf of Asinara, with Stintino and the Anglona coast; to the south-east, the hills of the Logudoro, with their Romanesque churches from the Pisan era and their rock-cut necropolises. Sardinia's second city, Sassari also deserves a stop for its Piazza d'Italia and its Baroque cathedral. Our partner company, McRent, hands over its vehicles at its McRent Sardinia North depot.
The depot is on the Carlo Felice, the dual carriageway that crosses the island to Cagliari: the road to Porto Torres and the road inland are both a few minutes away.
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Road trips from Sassari
1 Porto Torres, Stintino and the island of Asinara
- Sassari
- Porto Torres
- Stintino
- Capo Falcone
- Asinara (by boat)
- Platamona
- Sassari
About twenty kilometres away, Porto Torres has the Romanesque basilica of San Gavino and the remains of the Roman colony of Turris Libisonis. The road then runs past the salt pans and the Casaraccio lagoon, home to pink flamingos, to Stintino, a former tuna-fishing village, and Capo Falcone. From the harbour, boats sail to Asinara, a national park closed to cars; the way back follows the long beach and pine forest of Platamona.
- Distance
- about 120 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
2 Anglona, from Castelsardo to the Coghinas valley
- Sassari
- Castelsardo
- Valledoria
- Isola Rossa
- Casteldoria
- Perfugas
- Sedini
- Sassari
To the east, the coast leads to Castelsardo, whose Doria castle houses a museum of basket weaving, a craft still alive in the town. After Valledoria and the mouth of the Coghinas, lined with dunes, the road reaches Isola Rossa and its red granite rocks. The return crosses inland Anglona: the Casteldoria tower above the thermal springs, the archaeological museum of Perfugas and the domus de janas of Sedini, a prehistoric tomb carved into a rock.
- Distance
- about 170 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or compact motorhome
3 The Logudoro, from Pisan churches to Sant'Andrea Priu
- Sassari
- Ardara
- Sant'Antioco di Bisarcio
- Ozieri
- Pattada
- Sant'Andrea Priu
- San Pietro di Sorres
- Sassari
To the south-east, Ardara keeps Santa Maria del Regno, a church of dark volcanic stone from the former Judicate of Torres, then Sant'Antioco di Bisarcio overlooks the countryside of Ozieri, a town whose cave gave its name to a Neolithic culture. Pattada, famous for its folding knives, opens onto the forest of Monte Lerno. The return passes the necropolis of Sant'Andrea Priu, tombs cut into the rock and decorated with frescoes, then the abbey of San Pietro di Sorres, in Borutta.
- Distance
- about 230 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
Weather and seasons
When to go à Sassari?
Best time
April to June, September and October
April to June, September to October
highs 19 to 28 °C, lows 10 to 18 °C
The best time to combine the beaches of the Gulf of Asinara with visits to the Logudoro: moderate heat inland, campsites open and the sea at 23 °C from June. In spring, the hills around Ozieri are still green; in September and October, the water keeps the summer's warmth, between 22 and 24 °C.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 31 °C, lows 21 °C
The two hottest months, with barely 8 mm of rain in July and the sea at 25 °C in August. Platamona beach and the coves of Stintino then draw the whole area: visit inland sites early in the morning and keep the afternoons for swimming.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs 13 to 17 °C, lows 7 to 11 °C
November is the wettest month, with nearly 100 mm, and nights drop to 7 or 8 °C in January and February. Some coastal campsites close: the season is better suited to Romanesque churches, Sassari's museums and prehistoric sites, aboard a heated vehicle.
Climate à Sassari, month by month
Most pleasant months: April to October.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13 °C | 7 °C | 71 mm | 7 h/day | 15 °C |
| Feb | 14 °C | 7 °C | 58 mm | 9 h/day | 14 °C |
| Mar | 16 °C | 8 °C | 59 mm | 10 h/day | 15 °C |
| Apr | 19 °C | 10 °C | 54 mm | 11 h/day | 16 °C |
| May | 22 °C | 13 °C | 67 mm | 12 h/day | 19 °C |
| Jun | 28 °C | 18 °C | 28 mm | 14 h/day | 23 °C |
| Jul | 31 °C | 21 °C | 8 mm | 14 h/day | 24 °C |
| Aug | 31 °C | 21 °C | 23 mm | 13 h/day | 25 °C |
| Sep | 26 °C | 18 °C | 47 mm | 11 h/day | 24 °C |
| Oct | 23 °C | 15 °C | 53 mm | 9 h/day | 22 °C |
| Nov | 17 °C | 11 °C | 99 mm | 8 h/day | 19 °C |
| Dec | 14 °C | 8 °C | 76 mm | 7 h/day | 16 °C |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
A depot outside the centre, on the Carlo Felice
McRent Sardinia North welcomes its customers at Camperis, on the Strada Statale 131 Carlo Felice, outside the centre of Sassari: no need to drive through town in a vehicle you are just getting to know. The exact address and handover time are in your confirmation; let the depot know if your flight or ferry is delayed.
Arriving by ferry in Porto Torres
The port of Porto Torres, about twenty kilometres away along the Carlo Felice, receives ferries from Genoa and Barcelona, among others. If you travel without a vehicle, it is the most direct way to arrive from the mainland: a taxi then takes you to the depot. Check the timetables, which vary with the season.
Cavalcata Sarda and Candelieri: allow extra time
In May, the Cavalcata Sarda brings riders and costumed groups from all over the island to Sassari; on 14 August, the descent of the Candelieri, huge wooden candles carried through the town, is its main festival. On those days, streets are closed and traffic jams build up: if your pick-up or return falls on these dates, set off early.
Sleeping between the coast and the Logudoro
Campsites are concentrated on the coast, around Stintino, Castelsardo and Valledoria. In the Logudoro, you rely instead on municipal motorhome areas, the aree di sosta, and on agriturismi that sometimes accept vehicles. Overnight parking elsewhere depends on municipal bylaws: ask locally.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip à Sassari
Where can I pick up a motorhome in Sassari?
Our partner company in Sassari is McRent: its McRent Sardinia North depot is run by Camperis, on the Strada Statale 131 Carlo Felice, postcode 07100. It is our partners' only depot in the city. The exact address, the meeting point and the key handover time are given in your booking confirmation.
How much does motorhome hire cost in Sassari?
The price of a motorhome from Sassari depends on the dates, the length of hire, the model chosen and any one-way trip to Olbia or Cagliari. Enter your dates in the search: available offers are shown with mandatory fees included and can be booked straight away. A departure in May, June or September often leaves more choice than in high summer.
Can I do a one-way trip from Sassari to Olbia or Cagliari?
Olbia and Cagliari are also departure cities of our partners: in Olbia, the depots are in town and in Porto San Paolo; around Cagliari, in Selargius and Quartu Sant'Elena. Returning the vehicle at the other end of the island saves retracing your steps. Availability and fees depend on the company: enter the return city in the search.
Sassari or Alghero: which starting point should I choose?
Alghero is only 27 km away as the crow flies, but our partners' depot for Alghero is actually in Porto Torres. Sassari is better suited to a trip focused on the interior and the north coast: the Logudoro, Anglona and the Carlo Felice are right on the doorstep. Compare both departures in the search according to your dates and route.
What is there to see in Sassari before hitting the road?
The vast Piazza d'Italia, lined with 19th-century palazzi, opens onto Corso Vittorio Emanuele and the old town. The cathedral of San Nicola has a richly decorated Baroque façade, the Renaissance Rosello fountain is the city's emblem and the Sanna museum presents the archaeology of northern Sardinia. As the centre is a limited traffic zone, go there by bus or on foot.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Sassari
What licence do I need to hire a motorhome in Sassari?
A category B licence lets you drive rental vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes, which covers most models. If your licence was issued outside the European Union, Italy may require an international driving permit or a translation: check before you travel. The minimum age and the number of years you must have held your licence are set out in the offer conditions.
How do I get to the Sassari depot from the airport?
The nearest airport is Alghero-Fertilia, about 35 km away by road; buses link it to Sassari, but a taxi or a pre-booked transfer is easier with luggage. From Olbia airport, allow about 100 km. Give the rental company your arrival time so that the vehicle handover can be arranged.
Are inland roads suitable for motorhomes?
Yes: the roads of the Logudoro and Anglona are state and provincial roads in good condition, but winding, with few overtaking opportunities and sometimes livestock on the carriageway. In villages, petrol stations often switch to self-service in the evening and on Sundays, with payment by card or banknotes: fill up before leaving Sassari.
How long does it take to reach Cagliari or Olbia?
Towards Cagliari, the Carlo Felice runs the length of the island as a toll-free dual carriageway, via Macomer and Oristano: about 215 km, or just over two and a half hours by car. Towards Olbia, the road crosses the Logudoro via Oschiri, for about 100 km. In a motorhome, allow extra time and plan breaks.
When should I book a motorhome in Sassari?
For July and August, book several months ahead: ferries to Porto Torres and Stintino's campsites fill up at the same time. For May, June or September, a few weeks are often enough. As only one of our partners' depots serves the city, booking early also gives you more choice between models.
Which vehicle should I choose for north-western Sardinia?
A campervan or compact motorhome slips easily through the lanes of Castelsardo and into coastal car parks, often cramped in summer. A roomier model suits families who stick to the main roads towards Cagliari or sleep at campsites. The vehicles offered by McRent in Sassari are shown with their berths in the search.
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Why start a motorhome trip from Sassari
Sassari brings together three faces of northern Sardinia in a single departure: the coast of the Gulf of Asinara, from Stintino to Anglona; the farming interior of the Logudoro, dotted with Romanesque churches and rock-cut necropolises; and the great Carlo Felice road heading south. At the city's gates, Monte d'Accoddi, a prehistoric altar shaped like a stepped pyramid, is a reminder that this land has been inhabited for thousands of years.
McRent hands over its vehicles at a depot outside the centre, convenient for setting off without crossing the city. Olbia and Cagliari, other departure cities of our partners, make one-way trips across the island possible. And with the sea above 20 °C from June to October, the swimming season lasts well beyond summer.