Lavatoggio walks

Sant'Antonino is located in the heart of Balagne, perched at an altitude of 500 metres on a granite peak near L'Île-Rousse and Calvi, between the sea and the mountains. The village overlooks the Aregno plain on one side and part of the Reginu plain on the other. A veritable eagle's nest, it consists of around 75 houses, built close together and winding around a granite peak, forming a labyrinth to better resist any invaders (Source: Wikipedia).

This short circular starting from the village of Avapessa is short and easy, making it ideal for family walks with children, for example. The fact that much of the route is shaded makes it ideal for summer walks. Please note: the route presented here avoids a section of road suggested by the IGN map in favour of a wooded, signposted path marked in red.

A lovely little walk along the trails of Balagne with beautiful views. Between Pigna and San Antoninu. Pleasant in early autumn. No particular difficulty except for the slightly steep climb between the convent and Mont Sant Angelo.

At an altitude of 377 m above Lumio lies the ruined village of Occi. In the 15th century, it was inhabited by people who had deserted the coast to flee the Saracens. The 17th and 18th centuries saw the decline of the village. Occi was attached to Lumio in 1852. Felice Giudicelli, known as Fra Felice, the last inhabitant, died there on 22 November 1918. The 15th-century Baroque church of the Annunziata was rebuilt from its ruins (the work was partly financed by Laetitia Casta).

A very useful alternative in hot (or very hot) weather, this walk largely follows the classic route from Lumio to Occi (a ruined village above Lumio). This short walk still allows you to enjoy magnificent views of the Bay of Calvi and the village of Lumio in a short space of time if you don't want to walk too far.

An easy short hike that passes through the abandoned village of Occi to Capu Bracajo before descending to Lumio. A place steeped in history that you can visit while walking along a pretty trail.

This hike is an extension of the classic walk to the abandoned village of Occi above Lumio. It offers a panoramic view of the Balagne region from the summit of Capu d'Occi.The entire circuit is well marked and alternates between paths, scrubland and rocks.The section from the abandoned village of Occi to the summit of Capu d'Occi is marked with orange dots. I would not recommend this section for young children, and it is essential to take water with you.

A very pleasant short hike between the maquis and the seaside. Apart from the section through San Ambrogio, the trail is very pleasant and offers beautiful views of the citadel of Calvi and Pointe de la Revelata.

Discover Pointe Carchincu and Pointe Spano as you walk along the coast. There are plenty of opportunities to swim in crystal-clear waters in spectacular locations.

The trail starts in the small village of Corbara, passes through Mont Sant'anghulu, and on the way back, you will come across the abandoned convent of the same name.

An easy walk below the village of Felicito: typical mule tracks; two pretty Genoese bridges; a swimming spot; beautiful views of the surrounding mountains of Balagne.

The legendaryGR®20, done in a north-south direction... renowned as the most difficult ofthe GR® trails... Quite dizzying aerial passages alternate with easier passages, especially in the south. Very beautiful landscapes.

This is the first stage ofthe GR®20in Corsica when travelling from north to south. A difficult stage due to the significant elevation gain, and above all because it is the first day of a long series...

This short hike is interesting for its various monuments: fountains, wash house, ruined castle, houses, church and even a beehive house. The path is shaded. The gentle slope makes for an easy heritage walk at the foot of the village of Speloncato, which is ideal for families.

Ascending Monte Grosso via the Melaja Forest. A breathtaking view from the summit over the whole of Balagne, the Agriates and Cap Corse in the distance. A fairly difficult hike, but shorter than if you start from Calenzana.