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Santa Barbara Mining Trail

500 km of trails through abandoned mines, medieval villages and wild coasts in the southwest of Sardinia

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what to expect

A one-of-a-kind journey

The Santa Barbara Mining Trail is a one-of-a-kind route that traverses Europe's largest mining heritage site, telling the story of over 8,000 years of history through mines, nature, and culture. It's a slow-paced journey where geology, industrial archaeology, spirituality, and breathtaking landscapes blend into an unforgettable experience.

500 km in 30 stages

Can be completed independently all at once or in stages over the weekends

Loop itinerary

Routes for every fitness level, with an average of 16 km per day

Spring and autumn

The best times for hiking in Sardinia

One journey, many ways to experience it

You can experience it on foot, by bike, or on horseback, choosing the pace that best suits your way of exploring the area.

  • Three hikers look at a large rock formation over the blue sea.

    On foot

    500 kilometers of pure emotion in the heart of southwestern Sardinia. Thirty stages through sea, mountains, and ancient mining landscapes, along a route that follows the old miners’ paths. An experience where nature, history, and spirituality blend into an authentic, timeless journey.

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  • Two people cycling on a path between two bodies of water.

    By bicycle

    Cycle along the ancient mining routes: a historic and spiritual itinerary, now redesigned with alternate paths and rest stops tailored specifically for cycling enthusiasts.

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  • Person riding a horse on a dirt road near vineyard and green hills.

    On horseback

    A silent dialogue between man, nature, and history, marked by the rhythmic beat of hooves on the ancient earth of southwestern Sardinia.

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The path adapts to you

How much time do you have available?

I have a weekend

2-3 consecutive stages

ARST bus for return

No experience required

Easy stages available

Stops for a weekend

I have 1–2 weeks

7-14 consecutive stages

Coast plus inland areas

Final testimonium delivery

Hostels and B&Bs available

Plan your choice

I want the whole journey

30 stages in 30 days

A unique experience

Previous training recommended

Final delivery of testimonium and tower

Full route

When to go

Plan the Right Moment

Fair

January

Fair

February

Good

March

Excellent

April

Excellent

May

Hot

June

Intense heat

July

Intense heat

August

Good

September

Excellent

October

Excellent

November

Good

December

The words of those who have experienced it

Not press releases. Genuine voices of pilgrims.

Plan your trip

The Cammino Minerario di Santa Barbara Foundation suggests Iglesias as the starting point, but everyone is free to begin wherever they prefer. You can depart from home and use public transportation to reach your chosen starting point. You can get to Sardinia by ferry or plane, then travel to your starting location by train, bus, or private transfer services.

  1. 1

    Request the credential

    The pilgrim's passport

  2. 2

    Choose the best time

    Spring and autumn are the ideal seasons

  3. 3

    Book the tickets

    It's better to book in advance

  4. 4

    Book the accommodations

    At least the first six stops

  5. 5

    Pack your backpack

    Let the adventure begin!

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Partners

Together with those who support the Cammino and help preserve its value, step by step.

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The Integrated Territorial Investment of the Cammino Minerario di Santa Barbara is co-financed by the European Union under the Sardinia Regional Programme ERDF 2021-2027 and supported by resources from the Autonomous Region of Sardinia, in accordance with the information and communication requirements set out in Art. 50 and Annex IX of Regulation (EU) 2021/1060.asset_image

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