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Ota - Vergio Pass
Visorando Member
11.12 mi
+4,859 ft
-1,322 ft
9h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ota (Corse-du-Sud)
A magnificent stage featuring the Spelunca Gorges and then the Aitone Forest.
The Spelunca Gorges and the Zaglia Bridge from a bridge over the Porto
1.80 mi
+404 ft
-390 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Ota (Corse-du-Sud)
This route is shaded, making it ideal on hot days! It is suitable for children, who will enjoy playing in the water afterwards.
When you start the hike after the bridge over the Porto River, you will see signs indicating that the route is closed due to bad weather. These signs are old and there is no problem until the bridge. Apparently, there are landslides on the path after the Zaglia bridge towards Evisa.
From Porto to Portu di a Castagna
3.83 mi
+266 ft
-302 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Ota (Corse-du-Sud)
This short hike allows you to explore the Marine de Porto (its streets, shops, mainly restaurants and boat trip sales, its Genoese tower), its port and beach, then follow this path to Portu di a Castagna.
The view from the pier allows you to see the whole of Porto Bay and, on the horizon, the coast of the Scandola Nature Reserve.
From Evisa to Porto
6.37 mi
+584 ft
-3,068 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Évisa (Corse-du-Sud)
For this last stage, as soon as you leave Evisa, take the discovery trail and descend the beautiful Spelunca Gorges. After the Genoese bridge at Pianella, you will arrive at the beautiful village of Ota and descend towards the marina at Porto.
Aïtone Forest, chestnut grove, waterfalls and pools of Evisa
3.96 mi
+823 ft
-814 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Évisa (Corse-du-Sud)
Along this fairly easy educational walk (with lots of interesting information boards), you will discover the hard life of the farmers of yesteryear in the midst of chestnut and Laricio pine trees. A magical forest where you expect to meet a fairy behind every patch of moss on a rock. Perhaps they have turned into pigs nibbling on chestnuts along the way. Further on, you will walk along the Aïtone with its pools (8°C!) and waterfalls... very popular in summer as it is accessible from a tarmac road. The best time to visit is October/November for the colours and manageable crowds.
Serriera - Ota
6.71 mi
+3,241 ft
-2,375 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Serriera (Corse-du-Sud)
The route continues through the forest, leading to the famous village of Ota.
From Tête de Chien to the Fortified Castle in Piana
0.73 mi
+299 ft
-312 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
Short walk in the Calanques de Piana, mainly through woodland, from Tête de Chien to a viewpoint overlooking the fortified castle.
Calanches and Piana Forest
5.81 mi
+1,909 ft
-1,890 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
While the Calanches de Piana are world-famous, the forest that surrounds them is much less so. This beautiful forest of maritime pines stretches out on either side of the rocky ridge that gives rise to the Calanches. This circuit allows you to explore it before reaching the main site.
Capu d'Orto from the Piana stadium via Foce d'Orto
7.97 mi
+3,041 ft
-3,038 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
A very beautiful hike above the Calanches de Piana, climbing Capu d'Orto via Foce d'Orto. Please note that a large part of the route between the two peaks is off the marked trails and involves some easy climbing. Fortunately, there are numerous cairns to guide you. The climb to the summit from Foce d'Orto requires sure footing and good visibility. At the summit, there is a magnificent view of the entire Gulf of Porto.
The old mule track from Piana to Ota
1.95 mi
+518 ft
-512 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
This paved path, supported by a magnificent dry stone wall, can be considered exceptional for the quality of its construction. It was the only route available to those travelling by mule from Piana to Porto and Ota in the early19th century. The Piana-Porto road was only opened in 1850 by Napoleon III. From then on, this route was used for communication. Source: Piana Town Hall.
The return journey is via the Calanche di Piana.
Foce d'Orto
7.39 mi
+1,932 ft
-1,932 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
A lovely walk through the woods offering views of the villages of Ota and Evisa. It starts from Piana, a very pretty village with the famous Calanches.
This path is the old route from Piana to Ota.
Capu di U Vitullu starting from Piana
9.06 mi
+3,156 ft
-3,150 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
The summit of Vitullu is, wrongly, very little frequented compared to the nearby Capo D'Orto. Interesting if you want to be more alone.Vitullu (1,331 m) is slightly higher and offers a splendid view.At its summit is a pyramid, an IGN landmark.
Curzu - Serriera
4.75 mi
+1,414 ft
-2,008 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Osani (Corse-du-Sud)
A connecting stage entirely through the forest.
Girolata
6.85 mi
+2,142 ft
-2,139 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Osani (Corse-du-Sud)
One of the most beautiful hikes on the west coast. It allows you to discover the Gulf of Girolata from the mountains.
Many visitors arrive by boat, which drops tourists off on the beach for half an hour. This route takes you along the coast, where you can discover the gulf, the fort and the beach as you turn the corner.
Take the time to explore Girolata, see the narrow streets and have a picnic on the beaches behind Girolata.
Punta Castellacciu and Monte Seninu
2.43 mi
+1,900 ft
-1,906 ft
2h 45
Difficult
Departure from Osani (Corse-du-Sud)
A short, enjoyable hike above Girolata with superb views.
The hike is technical and the climbs are steep, so you need to have strong legs!
Col de Vergio - Albertacce
9.49 mi
+699 ft
-2,510 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
A quick detour via theGR®20allows you to discover the superb sheepfolds at Radule.
Ciuttulu di Mori refuge
9.58 mi
+2,444 ft
-2,421 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
View of the Gulf of Porto from the ridge, Paglia Orba mountain (the most beautiful in Corsica), Capu Tafunatu and its hole below the summit.
A beautiful hike on theGR®20.
From Col de Vergio to Lac Nino
11.29 mi
+3,064 ft
-3,064 ft
7h 50
Moderate
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
A very beautiful hike that allows you to walk along the ridges and discover Lake Nino in a beautiful valley surrounded by stone mountains.
Corsica Stage 5: Col de Vergio to Evisa
7.12 mi
+597 ft
-2,470 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
After our break at the Col de Vergio, we head back towards the sea.
During this stage, we will cross the beautiful Aîtone forest with its swimming pools and paved paths in some places.
From the Col de Vergio to the Manganu Refuge
Association / Club / Walk leader
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.
Bocca di Capronale from the Fangu Valley
12.92 mi
+4,298 ft
-4,327 ft
9h 40
Difficult
Departure from Manso (Haute-Corse)
A hike that starts along the Fangu valley, climbs to Bocca di Capronale and descends via the transhumance trail.
In any case, do not attempt this if you are not used to covering this kind of distance and elevation gain.
Lake Nino via Bocca San Pedru
10.99 mi
+2,631 ft
-2,608 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
A legendary place in Corsica: Lake Nino and its pozzines.
You have a magnificent view of the Cintu massif, the Gulf of Cargèse, and if you are lucky, you will encounter beautiful wild horses.
Capo Rosso
4.89 mi
+1,650 ft
-1,640 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
This beautiful hike allows you to discover the Capo Rosso coastline up to the top of the Genoese tower overlooking the cape.
The easy path at the beginning ends on the rocks that form Capo Rosso.
The hike is a round trip from the car park to the top of the Genoese tower at Turghiu.
Capo Rosso via the new route with return via the coast
5.50 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,955 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Piana (Corse-du-Sud)
This hike to the Tour de Turghiu (Capo Rosso) offers one of the most beautiful views in Corsica from the summit. For several years now, improvements have been made to the route. A variant has been created to follow the coastline and its coves on the way back. The road you take by car from the village of Piana to the starting point offers a balcony view of the Gulf of Porto, the Calanques de Piana and the Corsican mountains. PLEASE NOTE: according to two comments received on 9 May and 1 June 2025, the "Littoral" section is not accessible. Please follow the directions.
Bocca di Melza and the Parma sheepfolds
10.45 mi
+2,572 ft
-2,552 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Manso (Haute-Corse)
A beautiful hike through the Filosorma forest with a sublime view of the Gulf of Porto and the Piana calanques from the summit of Bocca di Melza, passing by the abandoned sheepfolds of Parma.
An impressive mule track on the approach to the pass.
A wonderful glimpse of this Corsica, steeped in history and boasting marvellous landscapes.
Apparently, in April you can find peonies at the sheepfolds.
Tuarelli - Galeria
7.43 mi
+758 ft
-955 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Manso (Haute-Corse)
The second stage ends at the port of Galéria.
Lake Nino from Poppaghia
6.36 mi
+2,392 ft
-2,362 ft
5h 00
Difficult
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
An ascent to a high-altitude lake in a beautiful mountain setting. A varied route that starts in a pine forest, continues through rocky terrain and ends in the middle of pastures. This hike is an alternative to the much more popularGR®20route, which starts at the Col de Vergio.
Girolata - Curzu
6.25 mi
+2,936 ft
-2,100 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Osani (Corse-du-Sud)
This stage links the sea and its sea mist to the chestnut forest and its husks.
Soccia at Lake Creno
4.02 mi
+1,004 ft
-997 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Soccia (Corse-du-Sud)
One of the most beautiful hikes in Corsica. The path is pleasant, with part of it in the woods. The arrival at the lake is a magical moment. The lake appears in a setting, even if there are a few people around, the place is conducive to quiet conversation.
A very beautiful place for a picnic.
Punta d'Omigna and its Genoese tower
4.25 mi
+574 ft
-597 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Cargèse (Corse-du-Sud)
This short hike will take you to the Genoese tower of Omigna, along the coastline of the point of the same name.
The tower has been beautifully restored and offers views of the Sanguinaires Islands to the south and Capo Rosso to the north.
From the Tighiettu Refuge to Castellu di Vergio
9.04 mi
+2,703 ft
-3,648 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Albertacce (Haute-Corse)
Fifth stage ofthe GR®20, pushing on to the Col de Vergio, we are doing two 6-hour stages rather than one 4-hour and one 8-hour stage, and we will be using the accommodation at the Col de Vergio.
From the Asco Stagnu refuge to the Tighiettu refuge
3.89 mi
+3,484 ft
-2,638 ft
6 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Haute-Corse
Fourth stage ofthe GR®20with the Cirque de la Solitude pass. A place that leaves no one indifferent.
Please note: the facilities for descending and ascending the Cirque de la Solitude have been removed, making this a very challenging route.
Monte Cinto
7.51 mi
+4,944 ft
-4,918 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Haute-Corse
The highest peak in Corsica (2,706 metres) can be reached from the Haut-Asco resort after a difficult climb over rocky terrain reminiscent of the volcanic origins of Monte Cinto. However, from Pointe des Eboulis, continuing on to the highest point, you are rewarded with a spectacular view and a sumptuous panorama. An early start is necessary to avoid the clouds that can cling to the summit.