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Fortezza di Monte Altura

Fortezza di Monte Altura

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Fortezza di Monte Altura

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Location: Lu Palau/Palau, Tàtari/Sassari, Sardinia, Italy

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1. Fortezza di Monte Altura – View of Palau Bay loop from Punta Sardegna

19.7km

01:26

320m

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2. View of Palau Bay – Spiaggia del Cardellino loop from Punta Sardegna

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3. View of Palau Bay – Fortezza di Monte Altura loop from Lu Palau/Palau

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01:03

230m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Wolfgang-WS711

April 24, 2024

definitely a worthwhile destination, but we didn't have time today

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Chris

October 17, 2022

A few kilometers from the center of Palau, the Fortezza towers on Monte Altura. Built into the rock at the end of the 18th century, the fortress protected the surrounding towns and the Archpel La Maddalena from the French fleet. It also served to defend this stretch of coast in World War I and World War II. All cannons and artillery were gradually removed, but the foundations give an idea of how powerful the armament once was. While the fortress can hardly be seen from the sea side because it is built into the rock, it is an impressive sight from the land side! With more than 100 steps, the ramp to the top of the fortress resembles a temple of the Maya or Inca. Most of the rooms can be walked through and almost all around you can enjoy breathtaking views of the interior, to La Maddalena and to Corsica on the wall of the fortress. Depending on the time of year and season, a guided tour of the fortress is offered several times a day. There are explanations in Italian and English.

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Location: Lu Palau/Palau, Tàtari/Sassari, Sardinia, Italy

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1. Fortezza di Monte Altura – View of Palau Bay loop from Punta Sardegna

2. View of Palau Bay – Spiaggia del Cardellino loop from Punta Sardegna

3. View of Palau Bay – Fortezza di Monte Altura loop from Lu Palau/Palau

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