Gonnesa

Gonnesa is a town in the Iglesiente between Iglesias and Carbonia, just a few kilometres from a long sandy coastline. Mining history, Nuragic archaeology, wetlands and beaches make it possible to build varied itineraries within a relatively compact area.

Mining deeply shaped the modern history of Gonnesa. Former mines and abandoned workers’ settlements recall the area’s important role in the mining industry of the Sulcis-Iglesiente.

The coastline extends for several kilometres and includes Porto Paglia, Plag'e Mesu and Funtanamare, the latter already featured on the portal. Golden sand and open sea characterise the whole bay.

The area contains one of the major Nuragic complexes of the Sulcis, with a nuraghe, settlement and funerary structures. It is a particularly worthwhile stop for travellers interested in archaeology.

Behind the coast are pine woods and wetlands visited by many bird species. This natural dimension adds another layer to an area often described mainly through its mines and beaches.

Gonnesa connects Iglesias, Carbonia and the coast. In the Trip Planner it works best as a base for Nuraghe Seruci and Marina di Gonnesa, rather than as a compulsory stop when those interests are not selected.