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.
