- Vallées de la Restonica et du Tavignanu
La boucle des deux vallées de la Restonica au Tavignanu
La Boucle des Deux Vallées est un itinéraire d’exception reliant la vallée de la Restonica à la vallée du Tavignanu. Elle peut être réalisée en une seule journée pour les plus sportifs (21 km au total), ou en deux étapes, avec une nuit au refuge de A Sega.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 13.27 mi -
Average duration: 2 days -
Difficulty: Difficult -
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Back to start: No -
Ascent: + 3,583 ft -
Descent: - 5,102 ft -
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Highest point: 5,394 ft -
Lowest point: 1,480 ft
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Country:
France
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Area: Vallée de la Restonica -
City:
Corte (20250) -
Start: N 42.261635° / E 9.072519° -
End: N 42.308584° / E 9.146608° -
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Stages of the route
This route needs several days, find the details below:
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Lakes Mélo and Capitello in Restonica
Visorando Member
11.46 mi
+3,783 ft
-3,783 ft
8h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
A magnificent and unmissable hike.
Caution: the passage of ladders and cables before Lac Melo and the descent of this section may prove difficult for those not accustomed to using this equipment and also to stony paths.
20/05/2024: Hike modified. The Restonica valley is no longer accessible by car! The start is now at the last stop served by the shuttle bus(Pont de Frasseta). See practical information.
From Frasseta to the Melu and Capitellu lakes via Grotelle
Tourist office
11.32 mi
+3,678 ft
-3,678 ft
8h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
U chjassu di i lavi
The beautiful lakes of Melu and Capitellu are still accessible. It is now a challenging hike. Take on the challenge and your efforts will be rewarded!
The former starting point for this hike, from the Grotelle sheepfolds, is no longer accessible by vehicle due to the significant damage caused by storms Ciaran and Domingos. The starting point is now at the Frasseta bridge.
From Lake Melo to the Brèche de Capitello
12.47 mi
+4,265 ft
-4,239 ft
9h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
This is a very beautiful hike that allows you to discover the two lakes of Melo and Capitello with a view of the Brèche de Capitello. The view from the breach allows you to discover both sides of the massif.
20/05/2024: The Restonica Valley is no longer accessible by car! The starting point is now at the last stop served by the shuttle bus( Pont de Frasseta) . See practical information.
Lake Oriente and the Timozzu sheepfolds
5.88 mi
+3,527 ft
-3,501 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
A challenging hike to one of Corsica’s most beautiful lakes, at an altitude of over 2,000 metres.
Please note: read the latest review dated August 2024.
The Riviseccu Sheepfolds (Rivisecco)
5.58 mi
+1,814 ft
-1,798 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
These sheepfolds, which are in very good condition, mark the end of a forest area. The group of sheepfolds forms a small hamlet of several well-restored huts. The surroundings are magnificent, with large rock formations and the Riviseccu stream.
Shaded throughout, the route follows an old forest track that climbs gradually through a forest where beech trees are omnipresent, in contrast to the Laricio pine trees along the stream.
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.
Refuge A Sega – Corte
7.71 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.
From the Chjarasgiolu footbridge to the Riviseccu footbridge
3.65 mi
+1,325 ft
-381 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
U chjassu di u fiume (The River Path)
A trail in the lower Restonica Valley. This trail is ideal for a family walk. In summer, where the trail runs close to the river, you can combine the pleasure of the walk with a refreshing dip.
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