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Lac de Capitello walks
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.
Walks near Lac de Capitello
Manganu – Vergio Pass
Visorando Member9.43 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 Manganu refuge to the Onda refuge
Association / Club / Walk leader
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.
Frasseta (Restonica) – A Sega Mountain Hut
5.57 mi
+2,411 ft
-1,601 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
First stage of the circular Two Valleys loop.
Thisfirst stage takes you deep into the heart of the Rotondu massif, along a wild and unspoilt route. From the Restonica Valley, famous for its alpine landscapes and crystal-clear waters, you’ll follow a path climbing through a Laricio pine forest to the sheepfolds of Cappellaccia. You will then continue towards the vast Alzu plateau, which offers a magnificent panorama of the surrounding peaks. The descent to the A Sega refuge, near the beautiful lake of the same name, marks the end of this day’s hike.
Onda – Manganu
9.38 mi
+4,997 ft
-4,324 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Vivario (Haute-Corse)
Stage 7, travelling south to north. It combines the Onda–Petra Piana and Petra Piana–Manganu stages and passes through the dreaded Brèche de Capitello.
From the Onda refuge to Vizzavona station
6.39 mi
+2,208 ft
-3,934 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Vivario (Haute-Corse)
Our eighth day on theGR®20. A steep climb before an equally steep descent, but with a beautiful view... You will admire the Cascade des Anglais as you approach Vizzavona.
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 Tuani to Corte via Forca di A Lancia and Punta di Zurmulu
7.01 mi
+3,638 ft
-4,403 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Corte (Haute-Corse)
U chjassu di u Finellu (The Finello Trail)
A challenging hike that takes you along the ridges, following the watershed between the Restonica and the Tavignanu rivers, via Punta di u Finellu, to the summit overlooking the town of Corte known as Zurmulu.
The route starts in the Restonica valley, at Tuani, and finishes in Corte.
From the Col de Vergio to the Manganu Refuge
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.
GR® 20 – Stage 06: from Castellu di Vergio to Manganu via Capu a u Tozzu
9.95 mi
+2,602 ft
-1,955 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
Stage 6 ofthe GR® 20 between Castellu di Vergio and the PNRC Manganu mountain hut. The route passes by the sublime Lake Nino and its horses. We chose to take a short detour via Capu a u Tozzu, which offers a superb 360° panoramic view of the peaks of northern Corsica (Cinto, Paglia Orba), Lake Nino and the Rotondo.