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Gola di Gorropu

Sardinia

The Gola di Gorropu is sometimes called 'Europe's Grand Canyon.' Its walls reach 500 m height while narrowing to just 4 m at the bottom — a claustrophobic slot of ancient limestone you can touch on both sides simultaneously. The approach through the Supramonte oak forest adds to the sense of wilderness.

Duration
6 hours
Distance
14 km
Elevation
+700 m
Best season
May – October

Highlights

  • 500 m walls, 4 m width at the base
  • Supramonte ancient oak forest
  • Touching both walls simultaneously

With your dog

Confident dogs only; boulder scrambling in the gorge floor.