Corsica GR20 Map and Itinerary

DAY 1 Arrive Ajaccio and Overnight 

We recommend flying to Ajaccio, from there you will be transfered from the airport to your hotel. Settle into your accommodation, Ajaccio is the capital city of Corsica and is a great place to explore on your first evening.

Overnight: Ajaccio

DAY 2 Meet at Ajaccio ferry terminal at 2pm for your transfer to Bavella.

This journey will take approx 2hr30mins as you pass throught the Alta Rocca.  You have time to settle into your Gite before dinner.

Overnight: Bavella

DAY 3 Walk to Asinau

Walk along the GR20 alpine variant to pass through the very heart of the Bavella massive. Rose granite needles tower above, a chaotic jumble of granite surrounds you. You will descend into Asinau Valley where you will stay overnight.

Overnight: Asinau

Walk: 6km | 750m-550m Ascent/Descent | 5 Hours

DAY 4 Walk to Bassetta

Ascend to the dramatic summit of Monte Alcudina (2134m).  The view is panoramic, you can see your route stretching out ahead of you. The plateau of Cuscionu, dotted with shepherd's cabins that were once the homes of many shepherd's families.

Overnight: Bassetta

Walk: 12km | 750m-1000m Ascent/Descent | 6 Hours

DAY 5 Walk to Usciolu Refuge

DAY 6 Walk to Col de Verde

This stage of the walk offers some great views down across the the flat eastern plains and sea lagoons.  You follow the ridge before a descent that winds rapidly down in and out of the forest to the Col de Verde.

Overnight: Col de Verde

Walk: 12km |700m - 1150m  Ascent/Descent | 6.5 Hours

DAY 7 Walk to Capanelle

Today the trail leads you through a fantastic forest of high pine trees. You walk on the lower flanks of the dominating massif Monte Retondo to arrive at Capanelle.

Overnight: Capanelle

Walk: 13km |650m - 350m  Ascent/Descent | 5 Hours

Day 8 Walk to Vizzavona

Today is the last stage of the southern section of the GR20.  The path follows a long undulating trail past several shepherd's cabins.  You will head uphill to the Col Palmente where you can enjoy views of the east coast and sea lagoons. You then head down through a forest on a well graded path to Vizzavona.

Overnight: Vizzavona

Walk: 15km |250m - 900m  Ascent/Descent | 6 Hours

Day 9 Walk to Onda

Today is the first stage of the north section of the GR20.  An ascent to the Breche de Muratellu (2100m).  The path leads along the cascade des Anglais to Muratellu, affording stunning views of the Monte Rotondu.

Overnight: Onda

Walk: 8km |1200m - 800m  Ascent/Descent | 6 Hours

Day 10 Walk to perta Paina

Today you will take the high level route following the ridge, via the summit of Pinzi Corbini (2021m/6630ft) to the Petra Piuana refuge. (1840m/6037ft)

Overnight: Petra Piana refuge

Walk: 7km |900m - 400m  Ascent/Descent | 5 Hours

Day 11 Walk to Camputile

From petra Piana a short uphill section takes you to the high ridge above the refuge. This trail can be quite rocky. You will then take the mountain pass and continue on the high route. The views at this stage are spectacular and you can see Corte, the islands historic capital in the distance and a series of wonderful glacier lakes below.

Overnight: Camputile

Walk: 10.5km |700m - 1000m  Ascent/Descent | 6 Hours

Day 12 Walk to Castel di vergio

Today you will discover the lac di Nino, a glacier lake surrounded by spongy peat with runnels of water and wells. The trail follows a high ridge with magnificent views and the occassional blue glint of the sea below.

Overnight: Castel di Vergio

Walk: 12km |600m - 800m  Ascent/Descent | 5 Hours

Day 13 Walk to Vallone

Today you will ascend into the Golo Valley, A mountain ridge walk, offering spectacular views of the west coast, takes you to Ciuttolu i Mori refuge (2000m), the highest in Corsica.  You will then descend via the Col de Foffiale to Vallone.

Overnight: Vallone

Walk: 11km |650m - 650m  Ascent/Descent | 5.5 Hours

Day 14 Walk to Haut Asco

Today you will discover the mythical Cirque del la Solitude.  The geology, the closeness of the rocks and often billowing mist make this a dramatic and impressive section in Corsica's grand granite barrier. You will be climbing with the aid of chains fixed into the stone on this day.

Overnight: Haut Asco

Walk: 7.5km |800m - 1000m  Ascent/Descent | 6.5 Hours

Day 15 Walk to Bonifatu

Today you will make your ascent to Bocca Di Stagnu at the foot of the Muvrella (2150m).  The presence of the sea signals the end of the GR20. Without a doubt this is one of the most spectacular parts of the trail. You will then make your descent through Bonifatu cirque.  You can then catch public transport back into Ajaccio where your accommdoation is for this night.

Overnight: Ajaccio

Walk: 9km |600m - 1400m  Ascent/Descent | 6 Hours

Day 16 Morning transfer to Ajaccio and Onward Travel

Today we have arranged for a morning transfer from your hotel in Ajaccio back to Ajaccio airport for your onward travel.

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