Freddy D

A magnificent hike from La Parata to Ajaccio via the Sentier des Crêtes, offering exceptional panoramic views of the Sanguinaires Islands, the beaches of Capo di Feno, the Corsican mountains and the Gulf of Ajaccio as far as Capo di Muro. The highlight is the 360° panorama from the exceptional orientation table perched at the top of Cinaraggia at 528 m. Film of the hike: https://youtu.be/j8cxIKa3JPc 3D animated trail: https://youtu.be/ilzX80tty2I?si=TZkVTChm...

A superb hike that will introduce you to the tragic history of the children’s cemetery at Castelluccio Penitentiary (160 children perished due to the conditions in the prison between 1865 and 1866), the beautiful little lake at the Lisa Dam and its small turtles, recognisable by their distinctive call, the magnificent mountain, its breathtaking views, its scrubland traversed by small herds of goats, and its many fountains, and finally the surprising Castellu d'A Punta. All along the route, you’ll discover exceptional views of the Sanguinaires Islands, the Corsican mountains, the Gulf of Ajaccio, and the fountain trail. This long hike is a round trip in open terrain (watch out for the sun) on paths that are often steep and slippery.

If you want to set off like an explorer in the footsteps of the ancient Corsican paths, rich in history and discoveries (numerous threshing floors), then this hike is for you. It will allow you to discover exceptional panoramas of the Golfes di Lava and Sagone on your right, as well as the high mountains of Corsica. After an hour's walk, the views open up onto the beaches of Capo di Feno and Saint-Antoine on your left. Optionally, you can access Punta di l'Avena on your right, but be warned that you may be disappointed if the scrub is not cleared. You will finally arrive at the most inaccessible and secret Genoese tower in the region: solitude and a sense of mystery guaranteed. This hike is a round trip on forgotten and unmaintained trails, in dense scrubland where you have to make your own way: follow the recommendations and the trail carefully, as well as the few blue markers on the ground.

This superb hike offers exceptional views of the Gulf of Ajaccio during the first part (Petite Corniche). The second part follows the Grande Corniche trail and offers breathtaking views of the Sanguinaires Islands and Capo di Feno. Finally, you arrive at the splendid Saint-Antoine Beach. The large Capo di Feno beach can be reached in a few minutes by following the path that starts at the end of Saint-Antoine. After this refreshing stop, you will return via the path that cuts through a densely wooded area offering a few views of the beaches. This hike is a circular route on good quality paths, often along the coast but shaded if you set off in the morning. The return journey is in the shade of the forest or scrubland. Please note that the return journey begins with a very steep climb. As a bonus, there is a little-known passage that offers a unique bird's eye view of the beaches of Saint-Antoine and Capo di Feno.