How to drive the steep road to Sa Crabarissa?
Sa Crabarissa is a granite rock over 50 meters high that looks like a woman dressed in a traditional Sardinian costume, located in the Provincia di Nuoro, on the Italian island of Sardinia.
Where is Sa Crabarissa?
This natural landmark, resembling a woman, is located in the center of Sardinia about 90 minutes from the main airports and ports of the island.
What's the legend of Sa Crabarissa?
According to local legend, the rock formation represents a young woman from Cabras who fell in love with a shepherd from Austis. After exchanging marriage vows, the shepherd left with his flock and never returned. When she went looking for him, she found him married to someone else, and on her journey back, she turned to stone from grief.
Is the road to Sa Crabarissa paved?
The road to the rock formation comprises paved and unpaved (near the end) sections. A high clearance vehicle is recommended in order to complete the drive. It has narrow parts and tops out at 788m (2,585ft) above sea level. The road ends on a parking lot built in 2008.
How long is the road to Sa Crabarissa?
Set high in the Mandrolisai mountains, the road to this impressive natural landmark standing out in the countryside is 8.8 km long.