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Bastelica Circular Loop
Visorando Member
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.
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.
Punta d’Isa circular route
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.51 mi
+2,041 ft
-2,021 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Tavera (Corse-du-Sud)
At an altitude of 1,630 m and close to Ajaccio, this easily accessible peak offers stunning views over the Gravona Valley.
Rather than the quick, direct route to the summit from the Col de Scalella, opt for the longer, gentler circular route, with its stunning scenery.
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 Capiteddu as seen from Bocognano
5.57 mi
+3,366 ft
-3,360 ft
5h 30
Very difficult
Departure from Bocognano (Corse-du-Sud)
A 1,000-metre ascent, above the village of Bocognano, with some steep sections, awaits hikers on this route. The path is sometimes tricky due to frequent fallen trees, which occasionally alter the route. Markings become sparser in the final third. The use of a GPS and walking poles is strongly recommended.
The Voile de la Mariée waterfall from Bocognano
4.90 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,145 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bocognano (Corse-du-Sud)
Walk under the oak trees connecting the village of Bocognano to Piscia di Tavera Vechja, also known as the "Voile de la Mariée" waterfall.
Circular Ricchiusa
3.38 mi
+1,699 ft
-1,696 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bocognano (Corse-du-Sud)
At an altitude of 850 metres, there is a view of Bocognano and the Gravone valley.
The A Tanedda Glacier
6.16 mi
+3,343 ft
-3,343 ft
5h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Bocognano (Corse-du-Sud)
A hike leading to the A Tanedda glacier (or more precisely, the snowfield). This site was used fromthe 17th to the early19th century for the ice trade. After extraction, the ice was transported to Ajaccio. A beautiful ascent, alternating between shaded and sunny areas, which will give you a sense of the harshness of life in days gone by.
Punta di Bozzi in Guitera les Bains
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.
Punta San Petru from Ocana
5.81 mi
+2,766 ft
-2,759 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Corse-du-Sud
Shady climb to the ridge between Punta San Pietru and Alcadina. Superb view of Aragnascu, Lake Todda, the snow-capped peaks (in winter) and the entire Gulf of Ajaccio. Steeper than the north side, the climb is steep from the start in Ocana.
Capiaghja Sheepfolds
2.29 mi
+722 ft
-722 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Bocognano (Corse-du-Sud)
A pleasant walk to the sheepfolds, amongst very affectionate donkeys and pigs that spend their time dozing.
From Ponti à Seddula to Punta Capiteddu
3.08 mi
+2,720 ft
-112 ft
3h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bocognano (Corse-du-Sud)
Starting from the RT20, there is a beautiful climb through beech woods to reach Punta Capiteddu (1,680 m), above the village of Bocognano, where you can enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding peaks and the Col de Vizzavona.
Monte Renoso and return via Lake Bastani
4.30 mi
+2,221 ft
-2,224 ft
3h 55
Difficult
Departure from Ghisoni (Haute-Corse)
The ascent of Monte Renoso, the highest point in southern Corsica, offers a splendid view of Lake Bastani and the peaks of the northern part of the island (Monte d'Oro, Rotondo, Cardo, Paglia Orba and Monte Cinto).
On the way back, a short detour via a tricky descent will take you to the edge of Lake Bastani for a refreshing break.
Monte Renosu and Lake Bastani
Local authority
4.92 mi
+2,530 ft
-2,507 ft
4h 30
Difficult
Departure from Ghisoni (Haute-Corse)
Overlooking Lake Bastani and one of the five highest peaks in Corsica at 2,352 metres, Monte Renosu stands out for its breathtaking panoramic view.
From the E Capannelle refuge to the Prati refuge
10.60 mi
+3,491 ft
-2,844 ft
7h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ghisoni (Haute-Corse)
Our 10th stage on theGR®20. A varied stage that takes us through forests and open terrain.
Traggette sheepfolds - Lake Bastani
3.96 mi
+2,165 ft
-2,152 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ghisoni (Haute-Corse)
From the Capanelle Refuge, on theGR®20, it takes about 30 minutes to reach the Traggette sheepfolds. This is followed by the climb to Bastani Lake, which peaks at an altitude of 2,089 metres opposite Monte Renoso (2,352 metres). Bastani Lake, located in Haute-Corse, is one of the highest lakes in Corsica. This magnificent glacial lake, frozen for seven months of the year, owes its beautiful emerald green colour to the presence of filamentous algae.
Lake Nielluccio (Lavu di Niellucciu)
3.30 mi
+1,949 ft
-1,949 ft
3h 15
Difficult
Departure from Ghisoni (Haute-Corse)
Beautiful hike, beautiful landscapes, beautiful beech and Laricio pine forests, superb lake. Lake Nielluccio is located between Monte Renoso and the Ventosa ridge (1,954 m) in the municipality of Ghisoni in the department of Haute-Corse. Lake Nielluccio is a glacial lake in Haute-Corse and is one of five lakes around Monte Renoso (2,352 m) and the Fiumorbo watershed.
GPS coordinates of the lake: 42° 03′ 42″ North, 9° 08′ 28″ East
Source: Wikipedia
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