Arbus is an extensive municipality in southern Sardinia, in the province of South Sardinia, famous for its wild and pristine coast, the Costa Verde (Green Coast). This area is a place of extraordinary scenic beauty, characterized by almost 50 km of coastline with sheer cliffs and the famous Piscinas Dunes (Dune di Piscinas), a true desert of golden sand stretching to the sea, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arbus is also an important witness to industrial archaeology, with the suggestive abandoned mining villages of Ingurtosu and Montevecchio, which tell the story of zinc and lead extraction. The location offers a unique holiday experience, between Caribbean-like sea and mining history.

What to See: Nature, Sea, and History

• Piscinas Dunes (Dune di Piscinas) – A spectacular dune system, one of the largest in Europe, where the remains of the Ingurtosu mines reached the sea by a small train. UNESCO Heritage Site.
• Mining Villages of Ingurtosu and Montevecchio – Well-preserved examples of industrial archaeology and abandoned mining villages, now open-air museums.
• Scivu Beach (Spiaggia di Scivu) – Pristine coastline, characterized by clear sand and crystal-clear sea, protected by high dunes.
• Sardinian Knife Museum (Museo del Coltello Sardo, in Arbus Center) – Testimony to the ancient local manufacturing art, known for the production of the traditional 'Arburesa' folding knife.

Gastronomy and Typical Products

• Su Malloreddu (Sardinian Gnocchetti) – Traditional pasta, often seasoned with sausage sauce or wild boar meat.
• Sardinian Pecorino (Pecorino Sardo) – Sheep's milk cheese, the basis of Sardinian cuisine, used in many preparations.
• Sa Burrida – Typical dish made with dogfish and a sauce based on walnuts and vinegar.
• Gallurese Soup (Suppa Cuata) – Not strictly typical, but often present, it is a soup made of bread, broth, and cheese.

Excursions and Surroundings

• Horseback Riding (Escursioni a Cavallo) – The Costa Verde is ideal for horseback riding along the beaches and dunes.
• Mining Trekking (Trekking Minerario) – Walking or MTB routes connecting the old mining sites, with breathtaking views.
• Portoscuso and San Pietro Island (Isola di San Pietro) – Easily reachable, they offer a further perspective on sea life and local traditions.

Institutional Links

• Official Website of the Municipality of Arbus
• Official Arbus Tourism Website (Sardegna Turismo)

Top 5 Recommended Accommodations

• Hotel Meridiana – Central location in Arbus, with good cuisine.
• Hotel Le Dune di Piscinas – Unique structure, located directly on the Piscinas dunes.
• Agriturismo Il Giardino di Valentina – Offers tranquility and zero-mile products.
• Hotel Corsaro Nero – Seaside structure in the Marina di Arbus hamlet.
• B&B L'Arburesa – Typical and familiar hospitality.

Top 5 Recommended Restaurants

• Ristorante Le Dune – At the hotel on the dunes, with sea cuisine and spectacular view.
• Ristorante Il Veliero – Specialized in fresh fish, close to the sea.
• Agriturismo Sa Tanca – To taste typical Sardinian land dishes (suckling pig, culurgiones).
• Ristorante Sardus Pater – Known for traditional Sardinian cuisine.
• Trattoria Montevecchio – Offers simple and genuine cuisine in the historic mining hamlet.