The best MTB trails around Gonnos/Gonnosfanadiga

Excellent place to rest after the climb from Flumini Maggiore, before going downhill and partially on gravel among the cork trees

The Church of Santa Severa, dating back to the Byzantine period, is located on a hill a few meters from the town of Gonnosfanadiga.

Located at the top of the pass of the same name, at 685 meters above sea level, this small, well-maintained wooden shelter offers shelter from the sun and bad weather and can also be used as a bivouac or emergency shelter. Inside, there is a table and benches.

Perd'e Pibera Park is a vast forested area of over 400 hectares, rich in centuries-old holm oaks, strawberry trees, and yew trees, with reforested areas of conifers and broadleaf trees that encourage the return of native vegetation. It is an ideal place for hiking and outdoor recreation, thanks to marked trails and areas equipped with tables and benches. The park also contains the remains of the Perd'e Pibera mine, once used for molybdenite extraction. Today, the restored mining buildings house facilities for tourism and environmental education. From the park, you can reach the Linas massif and the Murru Mannu waterfall, the highest on the island.

At the foot of the Monte Linas massif, the town of Gonnosfanadiga lies at the transition between the Medio Campidano plain and the first hills of southwestern Sardinia. The area preserves numerous archaeological remains, including nuraghi and Giants' Tombs, such as that of San Cosimo, among the largest on the island. The town, with a population of approximately 6,000, is closely linked to agriculture and craftsmanship: local knives, honey, wine, and oil are famous. Strolling through the town center, you'll notice the centuries-old wells that once served wayfarers and still serve as meeting points for the community. The town has shops, bars, and restaurants, and throughout the year, festivals dedicated to bread, olives, and oil are held.

The Montevecchio Mine is one of the most representative sites of Sardinian industrial archaeology and is part of the UNESCO-recognized Geo-mining Historical and Environmental Park of Sardinia. Mining operations, which began in 1848 and ended in 1991, made Montevecchio one of Europe's most important mining centers for lead and zinc production. The complex preserves washeries, shafts, workshops, warehouses, miners' quarters, and the management building with the adjoining church of Santa Barbara. Today, several guided tours are available that illustrate daily life in the mines and the technological evolution of the mining industry. Tours can be booked online at http://www.minieramontevecchio.it/ or at the Geo-mining Park information points.

Montevecchio, also known as Gennas Serapis, is an ancient mining village now a hamlet of Guspini, nestled in the Geo-Mining Historical and Environmental Park of Sardinia. Founded in the 19th century as the administrative center of the lead and zinc mines, it was established here. The village is home to the Montevecchio Mine information point and the Gennas Food and Wine Confraternity, a trattoria offering excellent food in a friendly, family-friendly atmosphere. They are usually open on weekends, but we recommend contacting them to check opening times, make reservations, and arrange for service. The owner is very helpful and is happy to welcome hungry travelers.

Portixeddu beach, divided in half by the mouth of the Mannu River, extends for over two kilometers between the rugged cliffs of Sulcis and the Costa Verde, in the Buggerru area. This long stretch of fine, pale sand is surrounded by a pine forest that offers shelter on hot days. The crystal-clear water and transparent seabed invite long, refreshing swims; however, caution is advised, as the currents can be strong. In summer, there are a few kiosks and refreshment stands. From November to May, however, the area once again takes on a secluded and quiet atmosphere, with no services or refreshments available.