Discovering Capo Figari

This fascinating circular excursion takes you to the historic traffic light of Capo Figari and through the most pristine areas of the Gallura coast. Given the parking ban at the start, you can get to the starting point either by car (leaving it at the Baracconi) or by train (arriving at Golfo Aranci and continuing on foot).

The walk begins in Cala Moresca, a picturesque cove overlooking the island of Figarolo, characterized by its pyramidal shape. Once through the large gate, follow the path to a crossroads. On the right, a 500 meter detour takes you to the former military batteries and Cala Greca, a corner of paradise. The path on the left climbs up to the panoramic north coast of Capo Figari.

From the saddle a path leads to Mount Ruju, from which you can take a two kilometer detour from the itinerary described here towards the center of Golfo Aranci. Returning to the main path, a steep track leads you between rocks and vegetation to the summit and traffic lights at Capo Figari.

Built in 1890, the lighthouse was used in 1932 by Guglielmo Marconi for the first shortwave radio transmission. After exploring the ruins, descend following the road which, with numerous hairpin bends, takes you back to the initial crossroads and to Cala Moresca.