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Capu di U Vitullu starting from Piana
Visorando Member
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ota - Vergio Pass
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.
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.
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!
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 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.