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Sorso

Sardinia, Italy · Europe

About Sorso

Sorso is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Monte Rosello, 44km from Neptune's Grotto.

Sorso is a town located in Sardinia, Italy. With a population of 11,419, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Sorso sits in Italy, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Rome time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Sorso to your route.

About Sorso

The Medieval village of Geridu is an abandoned settlement in northern Sardinia, Italy, between Sorso and Sennori. It is the only medieval site on the island where large-scale excavations have been conducted. The site of the medieval village of Geridu was already inhabited before the Middle Ages, during Late Antiquity

Read more it was occupied by a farm or rural settlement linked to the exploitation of agricultural resources. The decline of Geridu's population began in the late 14th century, and according to historical sources, the village was abandoned in the early 15th century, sometime before 1427. The site continues to be promoted by cultural organizations in Sardinia as a place of archaeological and historical interest. Geridu is under protection of the Italian Ministry of Culture, which lists it among abandoned medieval heritage site.

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What are the best things to do in Sorso?

Sorso offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Sorso located?

Sorso is located in Sardinia, Italy, Europe. The coordinates are 40.7995 latitude, 8.5757 longitude.

What is the population of Sorso?

Sorso has a population of approximately 11,419 people, making it a town in Italy.

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Quick Information

Population
11,419
Continent
Europe
Country
Italy
Region
Sardinia
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Coordinates
40.7995, 8.5757

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Italy

Police
113
Ambulance
118
Fire
115
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

ACI roadside assistance: 803 116. ZTL (limited traffic zones) in city centres are camera-enforced.

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Worth the detour from Sorso

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Castelsardo

Genoese-founded citadel town stacked on a basalt promontory over the Gulf of Asinara, its Doria castle now a museum of Mediterranean basket-weaving. The coast road in from Valledoria passes the mushroom-shaped Roccia dell'Elefante.

17 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Alghero

A walled seaside town with Catalan roots, cobbled lanes and ramparts glowing at sunset over the sea.

34 km · about 40 min drive

beach

La Pelosa Beach

A Caribbean-like shallow lagoon of white sand and turquoise water at Sardinia's northwest tip near Stintino.

36 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Neptune's Grotto

A spectacular stalactite-filled sea cave near Alghero in Sardinia, accessible by boat or a dramatic cliffside staircase.

44 km · about 50 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Bosa

A pastel riverside town climbing to a castle, one of Sardinia's prettiest, on a scenic coast road.

56 km · about 65 min drive

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  • 56 kmBosaA pastel riverside town climbing to a castle, one of Sardinia's prettiest, on a scenic coast road.

Driving in Italy

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.82/litre
Motorway tolls
~€8.50/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Sorso.

Sennori

🇮🇹 Italy

2 km awayPop. 6,855

Monte Rosello

🇮🇹 Italy

7 km awayPop. 45,000

Li Punti-San Giovanni

🇮🇹 Italy

8 km awayPop. 9,681

Sassari

🇮🇹 Italy

8 km awayPop. 91,895

Ottava

🇮🇹 Italy

9 km awayPop. 1,923

Osilo

🇮🇹 Italy

10 km awayPop. 2,741

Bancali

🇮🇹 Italy

12 km awayPop. 1,345

Tissi

🇮🇹 Italy

14 km awayPop. 2,142

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