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The Santu Jacu Pilgrimage is Sardinia’s equivalent of the Camino de Santiago: a route that traverses the entire island, connecting churches, villages, and sites dedicated to Saint James. It follows ancient roads and pilgrimage paths, crossing countryside, hills, mountainous areas, and historic town centers.

It is a long and varied journey that allows travelers to discover Sardinia in its full geographical and cultural diversity. Walking the Santu Jacu route means passing through less touristy areas, encountering authentic communities, and experiencing a journey that is at once physical, cultural, and spiritual. Pilgrims can choose to complete the entire route or a shorter section, depending on the variant selected (Central Axis, Southwest Variant, North Variant, West Variant) and their walking preferences.

The Santa Barbara Mining Trail crosses the heart of the Sardinian Geomineral Park, one of the island’s most fascinating and least explored areas. The route connects ancient mines, workers’ villages, tunnels, washing plants, archaeological sites, and stunning natural landscapes, telling a unique story of labor, sacrifice, and community.

Dedicated to Saint Barbara, the patron saint of miners, this trail is both a journey through industrial memory and an immersive nature experience: rugged coasts, hills, forests, and rural areas alternate along the path, inviting reflection and discovery. It is an ideal route for those seeking a culturally rich walk that unites history, identity, and landscape.