The paths in Sardinia

The Sant’Efisio Pilgrimage retraces the ancient route of the historic procession that, since 1657, annually accompanies the statue of the saint from Cagliari to Nora and back. It is one of the strongest symbols of faith and collective identity in Sardinia, drawing thousands of participants into a ritual that unites religion, history, and tradition.

Walking along this route means passing through agricultural landscapes, villages, historic roads, and archaeological sites, following a path that has been traveled on foot for centuries as an act of devotion and gratitude. It is a short but deeply symbolic journey, ideal for those wishing to experience a spiritual and cultural adventure firmly rooted in the island’s history.

The Way of the Sanctuaries is a route that connects dozens of sacred sites, rural churches, and sanctuaries, many of which are still at the heart of traditional festivals and novenas. It crosses the Sardinian inland—a land of hills, plateaus, and villages that preserve a profound spiritual heritage.

This journey is not only religious: it is also a voyage through the most authentic Sardinia, where faith intertwines with the landscape, traditions, and the identity of local communities. It is ideal for those wishing to discover the island’s cultural soul through a slow, immersive walking experience.

The Santu Jacu Pilgrimage is Sardinia’s equivalent of the Camino de Santiago: a route that traverses the entire island, connecting churches, villages, and sites dedicated to Saint James. It follows ancient roads and pilgrimage paths, crossing countryside, hills, mountainous areas, and historic town centers.

It is a long and varied journey that allows travelers to discover Sardinia in its full geographical and cultural diversity. Walking the Santu Jacu route means passing through less touristy areas, encountering authentic communities, and experiencing a journey that is at once physical, cultural, and spiritual. Pilgrims can choose to complete the entire route or a shorter section, depending on the variant selected (Central Axis, Southwest Variant, North Variant, West Variant) and their walking preferences.

The Santa Barbara Mining Trail crosses the heart of the Sardinian Geomineral Park, one of the island’s most fascinating and least explored areas. The route connects ancient mines, workers’ villages, tunnels, washing plants, archaeological sites, and stunning natural landscapes, telling a unique story of labor, sacrifice, and community.

Dedicated to Saint Barbara, the patron saint of miners, this trail is both a journey through industrial memory and an immersive nature experience: rugged coasts, hills, forests, and rural areas alternate along the path, inviting reflection and discovery. It is an ideal route for those seeking a culturally rich walk that unites history, identity, and landscape.

The Franciscan Way in Sardinia crosses the main centers associated with the presence of the Friars Minor on the island, linking convents, sanctuaries, and villages in a route that reflects the values of Saint Francis: poverty, fraternity, and respect for creation.

The path unfolds through both rural and urban environments, offering an accessible and deeply human experience, where encounters with people and places are as meaningful as the landscapes. It is an ideal route for those seeking a spiritual journey that is also social, combining faith, culture, and the local territory.

The Pilgrimage of Saint George the Bishop retraces the route of Suelli’s first bishop, who in the Middle Ages traveled across vast areas of Sardinia to spread Christianity. The path links sanctuaries, churches, and symbolic sites set within some of the island’s wildest landscapes, such as the Tacchi d’Ogliastra and the Supramonte.

It is a deeply spiritual and contemplative journey, unfolding in natural environments of striking visual impact. Here, silence, rock formations, forests, and isolated villages become an integral part of the experience, making it ideal for those seeking an inner journey as well as a geographical one.

The Pilgrimage of the Blessed crosses some of the most authentic territories of Sardinia, linking villages, churches, and sites associated with figures of holiness and popular devotion. The route winds through Barbagia, the Supramonte, and the eastern coast, passing through landscapes of great natural and cultural value.

It is an intimate and reflective journey that encourages a slow pace and contemplation, ideal for those seeking a spiritual experience deeply connected to the culture and life of local communities. Along the way, travelers encounter historic villages, mountain trails, and spectacular panoramas, in a continuous balance between nature and faith.

The 100 Towers Trail is one of the most spectacular trekking routes in the Mediterranean: a large loop that runs along the entire perimeter of Sardinia, following the coastline. Its name comes from the more than one hundred coastal towers built from the 16th century to defend the island against seaborne raids, now transformed into scenic viewpoints and iconic elements of the Sardinian landscape.

The trail passes through an extraordinary variety of environments: wild beaches, cliffs, headlands, wetlands, dunes, pine forests, rocky coasts, and small fishing villages. It is a route that combines the allure of the sea with the depth of history, offering hikers a slow journey along one of Europe’s most pristine coastlines. Ideal for experienced trekkers and anyone wishing to explore Sardinia from a unique perspective, always suspended between land and sea.