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Col de Vergio walks
Ota - Vergio Pass
Visorando Member
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 di à Vita
6.81 mi
+1,673 ft
-1,654 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Sari-d'Orcino (Corse-du-Sud)
An easy hike from Sari d'Orcino to the two Punta di à Vita peaks: one as indicated on the maps, the other as written on the cross at its summit. Much of the trail is marked in yellow as far as Bocca di à Vita.
Corsica between the mountains and the sea
50.04 mi
+11,854 ft
-13,110 ft
6 days
Moderate
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
This hike is a variation (in terms of the route and starting point) of the Mare à Mare Nord. We set off from Corte, a very pretty town, and arrived at the Gulf of Porto.
We stopped at the Refuge de Sega, the Gite d'Albertacce, the Col de Vergio (where we stayed for two days to explore Lake Nino) and Evisa before arriving in Porto.
Corsica Stage 5: Col de Vergio to Evisa
7.12 mi
+597 ft
-2,470 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
After our break at the Col de Vergio, we head back towards the sea.
During this stage, we will cross the beautiful Aîtone forest with its swimming pools and paved paths in some places.
A circular route via Bocca di Guagnarola and Bocca di Cuccavera from Le Fer à Cheval
12.98 mi
+4,403 ft
-4,413 ft
9h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
A magnificent, physically demanding circular route passing by the Radule sheepfold (with its nearby waterfalls), heading towards the Cittulu Mountain Hut but branching off towards the Bocca di Guagnarola. A long descent to the Puscaghja Mountain Hut. Return via the Bocca Saltu and the Mare à Mare Nord, climbing back up to the Vergio Pass. It is possible to complete the route over two days, staying at the Puscaghja mountain hut.
Walks near Col de Vergio
Col de Vergio - Albertacce
9.49 mi
+699 ft
-2,510 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
A quick detour via theGR®20allows you to discover the superb sheepfolds at Radule.
From the Col de Vergio to the Manganu Refuge
Association / Club / Walk leader
9.39 mi
+2,123 ft
-1,450 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
The sixth stage of ourGR®20. We pass by the beautiful Lake Nino. It is a long hike in terms of distance, but the elevation gain is easier than on previous days.
From Evisa to Porto
6.37 mi
+584 ft
-3,068 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Évisa (Corse-du-Sud)
For this last stage, as soon as you leave Evisa, take the discovery trail and descend the beautiful Spelunca Gorges. After the Genoese bridge at Pianella, you will arrive at the beautiful village of Ota and descend towards the marina at Porto.
From the Tighiettu Refuge to Castellu di Vergio
9.04 mi
+2,703 ft
-3,648 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
Fifth stage ofthe GR®20, pushing on to the Col de Vergio, we are doing two 6-hour stages rather than one 4-hour and one 8-hour stage, and we will be using the accommodation at the Col de Vergio.
Corsica Stage 3: Albertacce to Col de Vergio
9.60 mi
+2,533 ft
-735 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
This third stage takes us to the Col de Vergio, the highest point of the day, which marks the start of the descent to Porto.
We will pass by the beautiful Radule waterfall and its pools, which are perfect for swimming.
From the Manganu refuge to the Onda refuge
9.30 mi
+4,186 ft
-4,724 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Orto (Corse-du-Sud)
Our seventh stage ofthe GR®20. This route consists of two stages, the first to the Petra Piana refuge, and the second via the ridge variant.
Manganu – Vergio Pass
9.43 mi
+1,588 ft
-2,267 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Orto (Corse-du-Sud)
Stage8, travelling from south to north. One of the quietest stages.
From the Asco Stagnu refuge to the Tighiettu refuge
3.89 mi
+3,484 ft
-2,638 ft
6 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Haute-Corse
Fourth stage ofthe GR®20with the Cirque de la Solitude pass. A place that leaves no one indifferent.
Please note: the facilities for descending and ascending the Cirque de la Solitude have been removed, making this a very challenging route.
Refuge A Sega – Corte
Tourist office7.71 mi
+1,171 ft
-3,501 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
The second stage of the “Circular Tour of Two Vallées” takes you into one of Corsica’s wildest and best-preserved valleys: the Tavignanu Valley.
From the A Sega mountain hut, situated on the banks of the Tavignanu, the path follows the river and descends gradually through a dense forest where Laricifolius pines and holm oaks grow side by side. Along the way, you’ll enjoy numerous viewpoints over the steep-sided gorges and pools of crystal-clear water that dot the river. Halfway along the route, you can stop for a break at the Rossulinu Footbridge before continuing on the less steep but equally spectacular section of the trail, which will gently lead you towards Corte.
Corsica Stage 2: Refuge de A Sega to Albertacce
7.82 mi
+1,768 ft
-2,795 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
Second day of the hike between Corte and Porto.
The trail begins by climbing up to Bocca Arinella, where we discover our destination: after Lake Calacuccia, the village of Albertacce.