Lumio walks

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.

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).

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.

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.

As you walk along the coast, this walk will allow you to explore the remains of the built heritage, whilst admiring the view of the Gulf of Calvi and its citadel. The route passes by the square Tower of Caldanu and arrives at the round Tower of Spano. Two different Genoese architectural styles serving the same purpose: to watch for dangers coming from the sea...

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.

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.

Magnificent views from the Chapel of Notre-Dame della Serra, offering a bird’s-eye view of the town of Calvi and its gulf. An easy circular route starting from the Citadel of Calvi in the town centre.

Circular E-MTB route in the hills above Calvi, passing by the Notre-Dame de la Serra Chapel and then the Pointe de la Revellata.

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.

A circular hike that allows you to visit three villages in Balagne whilst taking in views of the Réginu and Montegrosso plains on both sides. With its wooded sections and magnificent views, this hike is a wonderful way to discover the region. In the background, the magnificent Montegrossu looms over the village of Zilia at the start.

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...

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 Pointe de la Revellata is a fairly easy but quite long walk. It takes a little over 3 hours there and back. Wear good shoes and be careful of the strong sun in summer.This is a lovely hike, not to be missed if you are staying in Calvi, offering magnificent views of the citadel of Calvi.The site is home to rare, endemic and protected plant species, the most emblematic of which is Armeria soleirolii.