Giants' grave of Coddu Vecchiu

Coddu Vecchiu is a well-preserved megalithic tomb near Arzachena, in northeastern Sardinia, linked to the nearby Nuragic complex of La Prisgiona. The ancient burial site dates to the Bronze Age and Copper Age. After a short walk from the ticket area, you can see the tomb among large rocks and green surroundings, then continue on foot to the archaeological excavations nearby. Clear signs make the site easy to find, and a combined ticket can suit a visit to several monuments in the area.

A tomb linked to La Prisgiona

Coddu Vecchiu is a megalithic tomb associated with the nearby Nuragic complex of La Prisgiona. Excavated material from the site dates to the Bronze Age and Copper Age. The tomb gives a close look at an ancient burial monument in the archaeological landscape around Arzachena.

La Prisgiona is close enough to include in the same outing. The sites are connected by walking routes, so you can continue from the tomb to the nearby excavations on foot.

Getting to the tomb

The tomb is a short walk from the ticket area, around five minutes. Signs point visitors toward the site, and the route passes through green surroundings with large rocks. After your visit, a walk to nearby archaeological excavations takes about 15 minutes.

For a broader visit, check the available multi-monument tickets when booking. You need to specify which sites you want to visit so they can be included on the ticket. An evening visit has been reported as especially quiet.