Monte Cuccuruddu, Mountain summit in Cheremule, Italy

Monte Cuccuruddu is an ancient volcano in the territory of Cheremule, in the metropolitan city of Sassari, reaching 676 metres above sea level. Its slopes bear the marks of years of cheremulite quarrying, now halted, and a dense wood covers the mountain. An equipped trail climbs to the summit, where a belvedere looks out over the surrounding landscape.

This mountain shows evidence of volcanic activity from the Pleistocene period, with rock formations shaped by ancient eruptions. This geological history shaped the entire landscape of this part of Sardinia.

The Moseddu necropolis lies on the slopes of Monte Cuccuruddu and consists of eighteen rock-cut tombs of the domus de janas type. Their plans are simple, with one or two cells each. The name domus de janas means "houses of the fairies" in Sardinian, the name later given to these prehistoric chamber tombs.

The ascent follows marked hiking trails that are relatively straightforward to follow and accessible for most visitors. Wear appropriate footwear and bring enough water with you, especially if you plan to reach the viewing platform.

This summit is notable for deposits of cheremulite, a mineral found specifically at this location. Mining operations ended long ago, but traces of this geological specialty remain visible in the rock formations today.