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Punta d'Omigna and its Genoese tower
Visorando Member
4.25 mi
+574 ft
-597 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Cargèse (Corse-du-Sud)
This short hike will take you to the Genoese tower of Omigna, along the coastline of the point of the same name.
The tower has been beautifully restored and offers views of the Sanguinaires Islands to the south and Capo Rosso to the north.
Capo Rosso via the new route with return via the coast
5.50 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,955 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
This hike to the Tour de Turghiu (Capo Rosso) offers one of the most beautiful views in Corsica from the summit. For several years now, improvements have been made to the route. A variant has been created to follow the coastline and its coves on the way back. The road you take by car from the village of Piana to the starting point offers a balcony view of the Gulf of Porto, the Calanques de Piana and the Corsican mountains. PLEASE NOTE: according to two comments received on 9 May and 1 June 2025, the "Littoral" section is not accessible. Please follow the directions.
Capo Rosso
4.89 mi
+1,650 ft
-1,640 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
This beautiful hike allows you to discover the Capo Rosso coastline up to the top of the Genoese tower overlooking the cape.
The easy path at the beginning ends on the rocks that form Capo Rosso.
The hike is a round trip from the car park to the top of the Genoese tower at Turghiu.
Capu di U Vitullu starting from Piana
9.06 mi
+3,156 ft
-3,150 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
The summit of Vitullu is, wrongly, very little frequented compared to the nearby Capo D'Orto. Interesting if you want to be more alone.Vitullu (1,331 m) is slightly higher and offers a splendid view.At its summit is a pyramid, an IGN landmark.
Foce d'Orto
7.39 mi
+1,932 ft
-1,932 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
A lovely walk through the woods offering views of the villages of Ota and Evisa. It starts from Piana, a very pretty village with the famous Calanches.
This path is the old route from Piana to Ota.
Capu d'Orto from the Piana stadium via Foce d'Orto
7.97 mi
+3,041 ft
-3,038 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
A very beautiful hike above the Calanches de Piana, climbing Capu d'Orto via Foce d'Orto. Please note that a large part of the route between the two peaks is off the marked trails and involves some easy climbing. Fortunately, there are numerous cairns to guide you. The climb to the summit from Foce d'Orto requires sure footing and good visibility. At the summit, there is a magnificent view of the entire Gulf of Porto.
Calanches and Piana Forest
5.81 mi
+1,909 ft
-1,890 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
While the Calanches de Piana are world-famous, the forest that surrounds them is much less so. This beautiful forest of maritime pines stretches out on either side of the rocky ridge that gives rise to the Calanches. This circuit allows you to explore it before reaching the main site.
The old mule track from Piana to Ota
1.95 mi
+518 ft
-512 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
This paved path, supported by a magnificent dry stone wall, can be considered exceptional for the quality of its construction. It was the only route available to those travelling by mule from Piana to Porto and Ota in the early19th century. The Piana-Porto road was only opened in 1850 by Napoleon III. From then on, this route was used for communication. Source: Piana Town Hall.
The return journey is via the Calanche di Piana.
From Tête de Chien to the Fortified Castle in Piana
0.73 mi
+299 ft
-312 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
Short walk in the Calanques de Piana, mainly through woodland, from Tête de Chien to a viewpoint overlooking the fortified castle.
Ciutulaghja dolmen near Pevani
3.57 mi
+581 ft
-554 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Calcatoggio (Corse-du-Sud)
A short walk to a site offering a 360° view of the surrounding valleys and the coast, where you can encounter our prehistoric ancestors with a standing dolmen or cist dating from 5,000 to 8,000 years ago. This megalith is not among the most famous but holds a certain mystery, and the surroundings are well worth the trip. This site is not very busy and is absolutely peaceful. A delightful journey through nature and culture.
Pelusella Tower
1.15 mi
+200 ft
-207 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Corse-du-Sud
A walk along the coastal path. There is not much left of the tower, but the view is worth it.
From Porto to Portu di a Castagna
3.83 mi
+266 ft
-302 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Ota (Corse-du-Sud)
This short hike allows you to explore the Marine de Porto (its streets, shops, mainly restaurants and boat trip sales, its Genoese tower), its port and beach, then follow this path to Portu di a Castagna.
The view from the pier allows you to see the whole of Porto Bay and, on the horizon, the coast of the Scandola Nature Reserve.
Ota - Vergio Pass
11.12 mi
+4,859 ft
-1,322 ft
9h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ota (Corse-du-Sud)
A magnificent stage featuring the Spelunca Gorges and then the Aitone Forest.
Punta San Sisto from Appietto
6.10 mi
+1,709 ft
-1,716 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Appietto (Corse-du-Sud)
A very beautiful hike a few kilometres from Ajaccio with magnificent views of the surrounding gulfs and peaks. This walk combines part of the PR® trail between Appietto and Calcatoggio, a magnificent walk along the ridges and numerous points of interest such as the ruins of an old chapel, a dolmen and a stone castle!
The Spelunca Gorges and the Zaglia Bridge from a bridge over the Porto
1.80 mi
+404 ft
-390 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Ota (Corse-du-Sud)
This route is shaded, making it ideal on hot days! It is suitable for children, who will enjoy playing in the water afterwards.
When you start the hike after the bridge over the Porto River, you will see signs indicating that the route is closed due to bad weather. These signs are old and there is no problem until the bridge. Apparently, there are landslides on the path after the Zaglia bridge towards Evisa.
Monte Gozzi
3.62 mi
+1,060 ft
-1,037 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Appietto (Corse-du-Sud)
A short walk to enjoy with the family early in the morning, offering magnificent views of Ajaccio Bay and the Gulf of Lava.
Rocher des Gozzi and Punta Pastinaca in Apietto
4.15 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,348 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Appietto (Corse-du-Sud)
This hike on the outskirts of Ajaccio leads to the Rocher des Gozzi, a red granite cliff, at the top of which there is an exceptional view of the Gulf of Lava, then Ajaccio with its airport and the points of Isulella, Castagna and Capu di Muru, and the Gravone valley.
From Punta Pastinaca, the view is completed to the east by the magnificent view of Monte Rotondo, Monte d'Oro and Monte Renoso and the Gravone valley.
Circular route of Rocher des Gozzi and Punta Pastinaca
5.70 mi
+2,018 ft
-2,014 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Appietto (Corse-du-Sud)
A superb hike to share with others. Circular walk around the popular Rocher des Gozzi, which then climbs back up towards Punta Pastinaca. It continues on to Punta Curbajola, then descends towards the stream to reach Bocca a Foce. It then climbs back up towards San Sisto. It offers 360° views and a chance to share a moment sheltered from the wind in the old chapel.