Corbeddu Cave

Corbeddu Cave is an archaeological site in Oliena located in the Lanaitho valley, extending roughly 130 meters into limestone rock and featuring three main chambers for visitors to explore. The site functions as both a museum and archaeological park where the cave's geology and discovered artifacts are displayed together.

The cave holds human remains and artifacts dating to approximately 20,000 years ago, representing the earliest evidence of human presence on Sardinia. These archaeological discoveries reveal how far back human settlement in this region extends.

The cave takes its name from Giovanni Corbeddu Salis, who sheltered here and left his mark during his time between 1844 and 1898. Visitors walking through the chambers can see traces of this personal connection to the site.

Access to the cave follows marked pathways, and sturdy footwear is recommended since the ground can be uneven underfoot. The best time to visit is outside the hottest summer months to make exploration more comfortable.

Researchers found bones of extinct animals that lived only on Sardinia, including a species of wild dog, a giant deer, and a special rodent. These bone discoveries reveal how Sardinia's animal life changed over thousands of years.