The best MTB trails around Gonnos/Gonnosfanadiga

Scenic waterfall at the gates of Villacidro, Sa Spendula is the last stretch of the Coxinas river, which makes three leaps between high granite walls for a drop of about 60 meters. Easily reachable from the town, it is particularly striking between autumn and spring, when the water flow is greater, and is often combined with excursions to the nearby waterfalls of Piscina Irgas and Muru Mannu.

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.

Also known as Lake Montimannu, the lake is located in the Villacidro area, in the heart of the Linas massif. It is an artificial lake created by damming the Leni River between 1976 and 1987, with a 55-meter-high earthen dam. Perfectly integrated into the landscape of Mediterranean scrub and holm oak forests, the lake is part of the Monte Linas – Marganai SCI and hosts various sporting events every year.

With approximately 14,000 inhabitants, Villacidro is one of the main towns in the Medio Campidano region and is located at the foot of the Monte Linas massif, in a green valley surrounded by hills and streams. The town is known for its olive oil, citrus fruits, and cherries, as well as for its strong artisanal and gastronomic traditions. In the historic center, you'll find shops, bars, restaurants, and various accommodation options. Nearby, the Sa Spendula waterfall, one of the town's symbols, and the Canale Serci mine, where tin was mined as far back as the Nuragic era, are worth a visit.

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.