Nuraghe di Palmavera
Complesso nuragico di Palmavera
A Bronze Age nuraghic stone village about 10 km from the city, with a main tower, a council hall, and remains of more than 50 round stone houses.
Palmavera is a nuraghic site unique to Sardinia, dating back to around the 15th century BC. Its centrepiece is a main tower built of limestone and sandstone, surrounded by small council huts with stone benches and dozens of round dwelling foundations. It offers a clear picture of prehistoric Sardinian society. The site is a manageable size, and a visit takes about an hour. Guided tours are available, including in English. It sits beside the road to Capo Caccia, so you can combine it with a trip to the beach and the Grotta di Nettuno on the same day.
Opening hours
Approx. 9:00 am–7:00 pm (shorter hours in winter)
Nearby sights
- Lazzaretto Beach
- Le Bombarde Beach
- Mugoni Beach
- Porto Conte Regional Natural Park
- Punta Giglio
- Maria Pia Beach
- Alghero Sea Walls (Bastioni)
- Alghero Cathedral (Santa Maria)