Emergency Numbers & Medical Help in Sardinia (Olbia Area)
Bottom line: For any life-threatening emergency in Sardinia, dial 112 (EU Emergency Line). For medical help in Olbia, the main 24/7 Emergency Room is Giovanni Paolo II Hospital. If waiting times are long, locals often choose Ozieri Hospital ER for significantly faster care, even with travel time. Below you will find all essential numbers, hospitals, late-night pharmacies, police, fire and coast guard contacts.
How Emergency Services Work in Sardinia
Italy uses a unified emergency system. You can always call 112 from any phone for ambulance, fire or police. Calls are answered quickly and operators speak Italian and English.
- 112 – European Emergency Line (ambulance, police, fire)
- 118 – Ambulance/medical help (legacy number, still active)
- 113 – State Police (Polizia di Stato)
- 115 – Fire Department (Vigili del Fuoco)
If you are unsure which service to call, always dial 112.
Hospitals in Olbia
Giovanni Paolo II Hospital (24/7 Emergency Room)
📍 Via Bazzoni-Sircana, Loc. Tannaule, Olbia
📞 +39 0789 552200
Main public hospital in Olbia with a full emergency department.
Waiting times can vary. For urgent cases, locals sometimes go to Ozieri where triage is faster.
Mater Olbia Hospital (Private, No ER)
📍 Strada Statale 125, Olbia
📞 +39 0789 18999 • 🌐 materolbia.com
Modern private hospital with specialists, imaging, orthopedics, cardiology and diagnostics.
No emergency room. You must go to Giovanni Paolo II or Ozieri for emergencies.
Ozieri Hospital (Fast Emergency Room – Recommended)
📍 Via Colle Nino, Ozieri (around 55–60 minutes from Olbia)
📝 Local tip: even with the drive, many patients experience much shorter waiting times than in Olbia.
For urgent attention that is not life-threatening, this is often the fastest option.
Medical Guard (Guardia Medica – Nights & Weekends)
📍 Viale Aldo Moro 22, Olbia
📞 +39 0789 552441
For non-urgent issues outside regular clinic hours (fever, infections, prescriptions, minor issues).
Pharmacies in Olbia (Some with WhatsApp)
Pharmacies are called farmacie and rotate after-hours shifts. For late night needs, search “farmacia turno Olbia” on Google Maps.
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Farmacia Sanna (City Centre)
📍 Via Roma 82 • 📞 +39 0789 21152 -
Farmacia Olbia San Nicola
📍 Via Salvatore Petta 100 • 📞 +39 0789 1890135
📲 WhatsApp: +39 375 7036761 • 🌐 facebook.com/farmaciaolbiasannicola -
Farmacia Tan-dem
📍 Via Imperia 125 • 📞 +39 0789 645018 -
Farmacia Floris
📍 Via Mestre 2 • 📞 +39 0789 66450 -
Farmacia Accogli
📍 Piazza Etna 5 • 📞 +39 0789 21160 -
Parafarmacia Piga (multiple locations)
🌐 parafarmaciapiga.it
Great for OTC products, vitamins, cosmetics and baby items.
Police, Fire & Coast Guard
Carabinieri (Military Police)
📍 Via degli Astronauti 8, Olbia
📞 Dial 112
State Police (Polizia di Stato)
📍 Via Gabriele D’Annunzio 78, Olbia
📞 Dial 113
Fire Department (Vigili del Fuoco)
📍 Zona Industriale Basa, Olbia
📞 +39 0789 22222 • Emergency: 115
Coast Guard (Capitaneria di Porto)
📍 Viale Isola Bianca 8, Olbia (Port Area)
📞 +39 0789 56360
For urgent maritime emergencies: call 1530 or 112.
Practical Safety Tips for Visitors
- Save all numbers on your phone before arrival.
- Use Google Maps offline for navigation outside Olbia.
- Keep ID documents with you when visiting hospitals or pharmacies.
- For boat or beach emergencies, call 1530 (Coast Guard) or 112.
- For paid parking or traffic issues, see our parking & ZTL guide.
- For cuts, fever or minor issues, try Guardia Medica instead of the ER.
For beach safety, etiquette and rules, see our complete beach guide.
FAQs About Emergencies in Sardinia
What number do I call in an emergency?
Dial 112. It connects you to all emergency services in Sardinia.
Which hospital should I go to for urgent care?
In Olbia, go to Giovanni Paolo II Hospital. If you need faster attention for non-life-threatening issues, drive to Ozieri Hospital ER where waiting times are usually shorter.
Is Mater Olbia Hospital open for emergencies?
No. It has specialists and diagnostics but no emergency department.