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Excellent place to rest after the climb from Flumini Maggiore, before going downhill and partially on gravel among the cork trees

Montevecchio, also known as Gennas Serapis, is an ancient mining village now a hamlet of Guspini, nestled in the Geo-Mining Historical and Environmental Park of Sardinia. Founded in the 19th century as the administrative center of the lead and zinc mines, it was established here. The village is home to the Montevecchio Mine information point and the Gennas Food and Wine Confraternity, a trattoria offering excellent food in a friendly, family-friendly atmosphere. They are usually open on weekends, but we recommend contacting them to check opening times, make reservations, and arrange for service. The owner is very helpful and is happy to welcome hungry travelers.

Between Arbus and Fiuminimaggiore, the Bidderdi Pass is a famous climb in the province of South Sardinia, including the territories of the former provinces of Carbonia-Iglesias and Medio Campidano. As you climb it, you might notice some specimens of Arbus black sheep, a native sheep species.

Intense climb and without water points, so fill your water bottles before starting the climb!

The road that runs along the Marceddì and San Giovanni lagoons is a marvel to cycle on. It is mostly flat with some slight slopes, and you can admire lake landscapes on one side (with flamingos!) and mountain landscapes on the other. If you don't want to pass through the Pistis/Torre dei Corsari valleys, this flat route is equally fascinating!

Located behind the management building, the water is drinkable and fresh even in summer.

Once past the mine, a few bends further you reach Montevecchio. The town housed the apartments of the mine managers and the highest officials who ran the mine, as well as accommodation for workers, barracks, hospital and schools, a post office, a chemical laboratory, and even a football pitch for the local team. Today inhabited by a few hundred people, most of the time you will struggle to find even a handful of them. The sound of the wind will be your only travel companion.

The Montevechio mine has hosted, in its 143 years of operation, the largest lead and zinc mining operation in the area. Now closed, it can be visited both superficially and underground https://www.minieradimontevecchio.it/orari-di-visita.html