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Punta di Bozzi in Guitera les Bains
Visorando Member
4.19 mi
+1,549 ft
-1,552 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Guitera-les-Bains (Corse-du-Sud)
A circular hike from Guitera les Bains, ideal in sunny weather as the route is through shady woodland. From the easily accessible rocky peak of Bozzi, there is a superb panoramic view of the middle Taravo valley, stretching from Petreto-Bicchisano in the west to the mountains in the east. Opposite is the Cuscione plateau and Mount Incudine. Please note, however, that the descent back to the village is via passages that are sometimes damaged by erosion.
From the Bassetta sheepfold (Coscione plateau) to Punta Scaddata
7.47 mi
+1,978 ft
-1,965 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Zicavo (Corse-du-Sud)
From the Coscione plateau, following a section of the GR® 20, the path initially runs alongside a pretty stream through a lovely beech forest, before gradually reaching the ridge with a magnificent view of the upper Taravo. At the end of the climb, you emerge onto a rocky pass opening out onto the Taravo valley and Ventiseri on the coast. You follow the ridge along the eastern slope to Punta Scaddata, where you can enjoy a unique view of the upper Taravo on one side and the eastern plain on the other.
Monte Alcudina (or Incudine) from Coscione
12.28 mi
+2,887 ft
-2,871 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Zicavo (Corse-du-Sud)
A very pretty walk that follows the Coscione plateau and, once at the top, offers a superb view of the Bavella Needles.
The route follows part of theGR®20.
There are no particular difficulties with navigation; everything is well signposted from start to finish.
Punta d'Urghjavari from Quasquara
4.89 mi
+1,998 ft
-1,978 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Quasquara (Corse-du-Sud)
A round-trip hike starting from the small village of Quasquara, leading to the Punta d’Urghjavari (1,345 m), partly following a section ofthe GR® Mare à Mare Centre trail. The ascent passes through a forest of centuries-old chestnut trees up to the Col de Foce. The view then opens up to reveal the Taravo valley and its villages. The final, sometimes steep, ascent to the peak follows a narrow, well-marked path with a few rocky sections. At the summit, a 360° panoramic view stretches over the Taravo valley to the south and the Ajaccio region to the north-west.
Short loop on the Coscione Plateau
4.78 mi
+515 ft
-505 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Zicavo (Corse-du-Sud)
This easy hike will allow you to discover a small part of the Coscionu plateau, which rises to an average altitude of 1,500 metres. This beautiful loop will take you along paths, tracks and trails through a varied and unspoilt landscape. Along the way, you may be lucky enough to encounter some animals, such as pigs, horses and donkeys
Circular Di Ghjavingnolu via the Coscione plateau in Aullène
8.34 mi
+1,873 ft
-1,864 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Aullène (Corse-du-Sud)
This is a lovely hike that leads to the rocking rock, then on to the Coscione plateau through the pozzines where pigs and horses roam freely. We then follow the Giavingiolu stream, which we will have to ford several times. The descent then follows and overlooks the beautiful Chiuvone gorge.
Pozzines (I Pozzi) and Lake Vitalaca
9.31 mi
+2,303 ft
-2,306 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bastelica (Corse-du-Sud)
From the Val d'Ese station, set off to discover an unexpected landscape in Corsica: the Pozzines. This hike also offers magnificent views of Monte Renoso and Lake Vitalaca. You are sure to come across herds of sheep and cattle grazing in this area.
I Pozzi at the start of the Val d'Ese
Tourist office
6.85 mi
+1,617 ft
-1,631 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bastelica (Corse-du-Sud)
Discover the Pozzi du Renosu, one of Corsica's most remarkable geological gems, on a circular route redesigned for your comfort. This hike will take you to a vast high-altitude plateau where intense green lawns are dotted with a myriad of sparkling water holes, a direct legacy of the last ice age. We offer an alternative departure point that avoids the steep climb up the ski slope in favour of a more gradual and pleasant path.
Punta Scaldasole and i Pozzi
9.21 mi
+2,146 ft
-2,139 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Bastelica (Corse-du-Sud)
An original way to explore the magnificent Pozzi by climbing Punta Scaldasole, which overlooks them.
This walk is classified as difficult due to the short final climb, but the rest is easy.
GR® 20 - Stage 13: from Usciolu to the Croci sheepfold (new route from 2011)
8.29 mi
+1,713 ft
-2,369 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Cozzano (Corse-du-Sud)
Stage 13 between the Usciolu PNRC refuge and the Croci sheepfold follows the new route via Matalza (since 2011). A stage with not much elevation gain, but one that should not be underestimated. The start along the ridge is a bit technical up to Punta di a Scaddatta. Then a descent through the forest, crossing fields of ferns before a gruelling climb, part of which is on a track, up to the Croci sheepfold on the Coscione plateau.
Ortala waterfall from Bastelica
3.42 mi
+1,289 ft
-1,280 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bastelica (Corse-du-Sud)
A short hike starting from Bastelica, following the Volta Canal and leading to the Ortola Waterfall. You will pass through a magnificent forest of old chestnut trees.
Bastelica Circular Loop
4.33 mi
+1,637 ft
-1,608 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bastelica (Corse-du-Sud)
If you don’t like out-and-back routes, here is a circular route that can be done starting from Bastelica. It will allow you to see the Ortola waterfall. You will also pass through the pig farms on this walk.
Zigliara in the Taravo Valley (circular route via Cardo-Torgia and Vicu)
7.25 mi
+1,749 ft
-1,736 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Zigliara (Corse-du-Sud)
A beautiful circular route on a very shaded route, without any great difficulty. The trail leads us to the pretty little village of Cardo-Torgia, then to the hamlet of Vicu (Santa Maria Siché), where we can stroll among beautiful residences, including the castle of Vicu d'Ornano, before continuing on our way through oak undergrowth to the Col d'Urbichini and then descending to Zigliara.
Cuscionu Plateau - Violu di i pastori "The Shepherds' Path"
Local authority
4.97 mi
+525 ft
-492 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Serra-di-Scopamène (Corse-du-Sud)
Since 2022, new routes have been established. Their aim is to divert footpaths crossing the pozzines as much as possible. The Violu di i Pastori hike goes around Castellu d'Ornucciu via the sheepfolds of Chiralbella. You can see numerous pozzines (peat bogs), including Pian d'Ornucciu. Depending on the season, you may encounter horses, cows, pigs and flocks of sheep.
Cuscionu Plateau: Violu di l'acqua "water trail"
2.41 mi
+187 ft
-213 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Serra-di-Scopamène (Corse-du-Sud)
Since 2022, new routes have been established. Their aim is to divert footpaths crossing the pozzines (peat bogs) as much as possible. The Violu di l'acqua hike offers beautiful views of the pozzines. It is ideal for families. Depending on the season and time of day, you may encounter horses, cows, pigs and flocks of sheep.
Cuscionu Plateau: Punta di Ghjavingnolu
3.08 mi
+600 ft
-600 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Serra-di-Scopamène (Corse-du-Sud)
The Punta di Ghjavingnolu walk will take you past numerous pozzines (peat bogs) and, at the summit, offers a stunning panoramic view of the Cuscionu plateau, the Gulf of Ajaccio and the Valinco. Depending on the season, you may come across horses, cows, pigs and flocks of sheep.
Monte Incudine in Southern Corsica
11.42 mi
+2,021 ft
-2,008 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Serra-di-Scopamène (Corse-du-Sud)
Fabulous landscapes, all manner of wildlife and wet pozzines. Add to that an enchanting silence and a magical light. That is what you will experience as you explore these Corsican mountains.