Cascata Sos Molinos, Santu Lussurgiu
Places
Waterfall·Easy·Family·Hidden gem

Cascata Sos Molinos, Santu Lussurgiu

Sardinia

The Rio 'e Sos Molinos drops over a basalt ledge into a fern-hung pool on the western slope of the extinct Montiferru volcano; the "molinos" are the old watermills the stream once turned. A short path from the S'Adde area or the town reaches it through elm and hazel.

Duration
1–2 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+120 m
Best season
November – May

Parking · Free

Free parking in Santu Lussurgiu or at the S'Adde forest area.

Water

Fountains in Santu Lussurgiu; the stream is not for drinking.

Highlights

  • Basalt-ledge waterfall and pool
  • Old watermills along the stream
  • Wooded slopes of the Montiferru volcano

With your dog

Leashed dogs welcome on the streamside path; slippery rock near the falls.