Aritzo (NU)

Aritzo

Explore the enchanting town of Aritzo, nestled in the province of Nuoro, in the historic region of Barbagia di Belvì.

Admire the unique beauty of Sardegna in the Aritzo valley, surrounded by lush mountains adorned with walnut, hazelnut, and chestnut trees.

Discover ancient human traces dating back to the Neolithic era, such as a giant’s tomb and several domus de janas.

Aritzo, nestled among mountains, shines like a precious gem with its stone houses and sloping roofs designed to withstand winter snowfalls.

Stroll through the main street to find the 16th-century parish church of San Michele Arcangelo, a true architectural marvel.

  • Don’t miss out on visiting the intriguing Sant’Antonio di Padova church and Santa Maria della Neve church as well.

History buffs will be fascinated by a tour of the 17th-century Aragonese prisons known as Sa Bovida, accessed through a narrow staircase leading to this imposing structure once used as a high-security prison until the 1940s.