Coti-Chiavari walks

Short walk from the car park opposite the prison to the dam reservoir. From here, there is a beautiful view of the valley. In the lake, you will see fish, lots of dragonflies and, perhaps, the two frogs.

A pleasant family walk, best done early in the morning or late afternoon. Bring your swimsuit and then head to Mare e Sole Beach, which is sublime with its fine sand.

A pleasant family walk in the cool shade of the trees, offering a magnificent view of the Ajaccio golf course once you reach the top.

A pleasant walk along the coast with the option of stopping at a beach and exploring a Genoese tower.

For the first ten kilometres, this magnificent walk follows the hillside, offering splendid views over Ajaccio Bay. Then, after the former Cotti Chiavari prison, it continues through the Chiavari forest before a final climb back to the starting point.

A very varied walk in the Pietrosella hills. It is a challenging walk that alternates between tracks, paths through the maquis or woods, and gentle ascents and steep descents. It is also a variation on the ‘Around Mare and Sole’ walk In hot weather, don’t forget to take plenty of water with you.

A circular walk starting from the "Le Sud" campsite in Pietrosella (Rupione), passing by Mare e Sole beach

A beautiful hike from the hamlet of Cascionu leads through the maquis to the Genoese tower of Capu di Muru, from the top of which there is a magnificent view of the Anse du Cacao and the Gulf of Ajaccio. The westernmost point of Capu di Muru and its lighthouse offer a superb spectacle of chaotic rock formations that give free rein to the imagination. The Da Madonella chapel is also located at this extreme point. The return trip along the coast offers views of Cala d'Orzu.

From Porto Pollo, a picturesque trail through the scrubland leads to the Genoese tower of Capanella, where free access to the top offers a magnificent view of the pretty bay of Cupabia, Punta and the cove of Capanella.

On the Isolella peninsula, this short walk will take you to the magnificent Anse Sainte-Barbe, then up to the foot of the Isolella Genoese Tower for a beautiful view of the Gulf of Ajaccio.

A quick and easy climb to a summit offering stunning views of the Gulf of Ajaccio and numerous other peaks. Very easy to access from the D302; after the village of Bisinau, park your car at the pass, at the junction of the roads leading to Filitosa or Albitreccia (Bocca di l’Aghja di Bastianu). The route starts on a dirt track. The return is via the same route.

A very easy walk in a beautiful setting, leading to a lovely viewpoint over the Gulf of Valinco.

A pleasant short hike through the maquis to the Frassu Tower, which offers a beautiful view of the Gulf of Ajaccio, Porticcio and the Capitello Tower. Changes following comments: - Please note that the end of the path to the tower is difficult to find. Keep an eye out for cairns from the information sign - Difficulty level changed from "easy" to "moderate"

From Campomoro to Senetosa.

Starting from Campomoro, this circular hike is not difficult. Along the coast, rocky landscapes give way to coves and inlets. At Cala d'Aguglia (the southernmost point of the route), where calm reigns, it is worth taking a break to admire this cove that stretches inland and enjoy its beautiful beach. The return journey takes you inland through the scrubland, offering beautiful views of the coast and finally the Gulf of Propriano.

A short climb of an hour and a half there and back through the scrubland and a beautiful forest of holm oaks to the ruins of the village of A Chjava. The path is very rugged at the start but ends with a pretty trail through the undergrowth. A Chjava is a small hamlet of about ten houses, built in the 17th century and abandoned in the following century. Located in the municipality of Tivolaggio, it still has some beautiful remains, evidence of its wealth at the time of its construction.

On the outskirts of Ajaccio, an easy trail through the scrubland overlooking the gulf.

A simple, quick and shaded route in the hills above Ajaccio with beautiful views of the gulf.

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.

A walk between the sea and the maquis to the Genoese tower of La Parata, with a superb view of the Sanguinaires Islands.

A lovely semi-circular walk along the coast. Magnificent sea views all the way to a Genoese tower offering a stunning panorama of the Sanguinaires Islands.

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...