Pietracorbara walks

A superb circular walk above Ponticellu, in the municipality of Pietracorbara. The first section passes through the village before heading into woodland to reach Oreta and Selmace. You then move into the second section, which alternates between woodland and maquis. There are two very beautiful Genoese bridges, with a deep pool beneath the first one that’s ideal for a swim. In many places, you can enjoy magnificent views of the cirque that surrounds the area.

This walk, starting from the hamlet of Campu, reaches the ridge above the Luri valley and takes you past the chapel and bell tower of San Salvatore before reaching the abandoned hamlet of Mata, offering a superb view over the Luri valley as far as the sea, with the Island of Elba in the background. Largely shaded, the route follows paths that are mostly very well maintained; the yellow markings are a little sporadic, but the trail is very clear. The downside of the shaded conditions is that there are relatively few viewpoints, though those that do exist are always very beautiful.

Perched at an altitude of over 500 metres, the Tower of Seneca overlooks the Col de Santa Lucia. It protected both the Pinu coastline and the coastline bordering the Luri valley on the other side of Cap Corse. To reach it, the route suggests approaching it via the ridges overlooking it to the north and returning via the village of Luri.

A walk suitable for everyone, offering the chance to discover part of the heritage of the village of Barrettali.

A walk in the heights of Cap Corse. Views of the sea, the cape, the Corsican mountains and Italy in the distance. Corsica seen from above.

Climb up to see the Genoese Bridge and enjoy a view overlooking Erbalunga.

This short walk is an alternative to the ascent to the Tower of Seneca. It allows you to set off directly from the Col de Santa Lucia along a track (not a road) that is relatively easier: no scree and few exposed rocks. The path is very well maintained; it follows the ridge along the watershed, offering breathtaking views over the Luri valley with the Island of Elba in the background and, at times, even Italy. On the final stretch, you can also enjoy the view to the west and of Seneca’s Tower on the other side of the pass. As this is a round trip, the duration can easily be adjusted to suit your preferences. Much of the route is shaded by the maquis.

At an altitude of 1,307 metres, Monte Stello is the second highest peak in Cap Corse. This viewpoint on the central ridge of Cap Corse offers a magnificent panorama of the east and west coasts.

With its crumbling Genoese tower, picturesque narrow streets, vaulted passageways and fishing harbour, the village of Erbalunga is a renowned holiday destination, brimming with charm and poetry. Situated on the east coast of Cap Corse, this picturesque listed site has inspired many local painters who have come to capture its spirit on canvas. Brando’s marina welcomes you to a setting suspended in time. From the village of Erbalunga, you’ll head inland from the coast into the Corsican mountains towards Silgaggia, then Castello and finally Mausoleo, before returning to Erbalunga.

A hike in a magnificent corner of Cap Corse. Very beautiful view on both sides at the summit. From the village to the summit, a true corner of Corsica. Pure. Authentic.

The trail starts at the northern end of the long beach of Macinaggio, covered with a thick layer of Posidonia leaves. The route, marked in yellow, follows the rugged coastline and is punctuated by two Genoese towers. Superb views of the neighbouring islands of Capraia and Elba. Some Corsican specialities, the Filles du Cap on the beach (see photos). Caution! This is an extremely fragile area with a wealth of flora and fauna.

A superb coastal route where the path alternates between beaches and small climbs to Capandola Bay. The terrain changes completely as you now have to climb 130 metres to reach a small pass, with an exceptional view of the Finocchiarola Islands on one side and Barcaggio Bay on the other. The path runs along the cliffs, descends to the Agnello Tower and then levels out to Barcaggio. The only difficulty lies in the length of the route.

Climb from the village of Farinole to the old magnetite mine. Panoramic view of the Gulf of Saint-Florent and the Agriates desert.

The Chjassu di u Cunventu is a village loop trail that allows you to discover Farinole and its breathtaking landscapes. Starting from the Church of Saints Cosmas and Damian, the route passes through the village before reaching the maquis. It runs alongside the Marianda convent, then takes a panoramic path from which you can see the marina and the Genoese tower of Farinole. Finally, the path rejoins the forest canopy before returning to the village.

Like a pointing finger, Cap Corse seems to point in the direction of Genoa, which was for a long time the dominant power in Corsica. The Republic left behind a series of stone towers that were intended to provide initial coastal defence. Between Macinaghju and the island of Giraglia, four of them still stand guard. The proposed route connects them.

This route allows you to easily walk there and back between the Tamarone Beach car park and the Santa Maria Tower. This walk is suitable for families. There are no difficult sections along the route.

This loop starts in Centuri and follows the Sentier des Douaniers to Cap Grosso (semaphore) on the way out and returns via the ridges, passing by the Moulin Mattéï.

A beautiful circular hike offering views of both the city of Bastia and Saint-Florent at its highest point on the ridge trail. It is well shaded with several water sources and follows part of the heritage trail near Pietrabugno. There are a few sections on the road near Bastia, but these are fairly quiet.

Thanks to this route, which takes in places and monuments steeped in history as well as magnificent natural surroundings, the municipality of Patrimonio—which initiated and oversaw this project—offers a lovely walk of just over 3 km. This informative walk allows you to discover the village’s historical and architectural heritage via well-shaded paths or riverside routes, which are very pleasant in summer and, for the lucky residents, at any time of year.

A beautiful walk, surrounded by the vineyards of Patrimonio, between Monte San'Angelo and Col de Teghime.