Embark on your adventure from a medieval picturesque town Calvi accessible by plane, train or ferry. Travel to Calenzana, a little village south-east of Calvi that sits quietly within an area abundant with olive trees. From here, you will start your hike to Bonifatu, which lies high up in the forest. Hike through river crossings and enjoy magnificent views of the traditional and charming towns of the Balagne. This will be an excellent warm up for the rest of the GR20, offering superb views towards the Corsican coast. Get to know your group and guide over a dinner and get some rest for the day!
Accommodation: Gîte
Walking: 4 hours
Height gain and loss: + 700m, -450m

After a hearty breakfast, leave Bonifatu for one of the longest stages of the GR20. Once more you will cross several rivers before reaching the famous Spasimata bridge, 30 metres long and suspended above an amazing waterfall! Arrive at the summit of the Muvrella and its small lake. The vistas from the pass are numerous and divine. The route continues to the foot of the Monte Cinto, the highest summit of Corsica, where you will spend the night.
Accommodation: Gîte
Walking: 8 hours
Height gain and loss: +1300m, -600m

Have breakfast with your group and embark on another day of this adventure! Cross the Great Barrier Reef by Monte Cintu, the highest mountain on the island of Corsica, and through the Pointe des Éboulis. The route takes you past the Tighjettu refuge before reaching Vallone, where a cluster of shepherd huts await you with a fresh cooked meal made from local products!
Accommodation: Tent
Walk: 8,5 hours
Altitude gain and loss: +1200m, -800m

Wake up to views of the surrounding mountains and continue with your journey. Today begins with a gentle walk through a forest of giant Laricio pines before a long climb up the Bocca di Fuciale. Enjoy the jaw dropping scenery as you reach Refuge of Ciotulu i Mori, where the view expands down towards the Golo valley. From here, the path becomes easier, as you wind your way down, past the many rock pools on the Golo river, the longest river on the island. Hike back through the woods and up again to Castel di Verghio where you will spend the night.
Accommodation: Gîte
Walking: 6 hours
Height gain and loss: +970m, -1015m

Today will be a long day for most, but it will be immensely rewarded by impressive scenery and amazing wildlife. Leave the refuge, pass Bocca a Reta, and enjoy the views of the deep blue Mediterranean seas to the east. On the other side, gaze upon a glacial cirque hiding one of the Corsican mountain’s hidden jewels. Head to Lake Nino, and meet a herd of wild horses.
Accommodation: Refuge
Walking: 8 hours
Height gain and loss: +870m, -690m

Walk along a stream and rocky bars before coming to a plateau of pozzines. Enjoy majestic views of the Melu and Capitellu lakes from the Capitellu breach. After reaching Bocca Muzella, descend to a small plateau, where you’ll find the Petra Piana refuge.
Accommodation: Refuge
Walking: 6 hours
Height gain and loss: +670m, -465m

Take a short and panoramic walk between the Monte Rotondo and Monte d’Oro massifs. There are some tricky passages with strong winds, so watch your step! Take in the views of the Gulf of Ajaccio (if the day is clear).
Accommodation: Refuge
Walking: 5 hours
Height gain and loss: +560m, -965m

It’s your last day on the northern part of the trail. Head to Vizzavona through the magical Agnone valley at the foot of Monte d’Oro. After crossing the Turtettu footbridge, marvel at the wealth of small waterfalls and streams. After some time among the woods and the waterfalls, arrive slowly to Vizzavona.
Accommodation: Refuge
Walking: 6,5 hours
Height gain and loss: +630m, -1140m

After a quick breakfast, continue along the Pass of Vizzavona and the stiff but steady climb to Bocca Palmetto. Discover several sheepfolds before finally arriving at Capanelle where you will relax and reenergize for the rest of your travels.
Accommodation: Gîte
Walking: 5 hours
Height gain and loss: +1155m, -715m

Make your way to the picturesque sheepfolds of Traghjete before hiking towards the Plateau of Ghialgone. Cross the footbridge of I Spiazzi, another bathing point, and descend through the forest of rare and most majestic Corsican fir trees before reaching the Col de Verde where you will spend the night.
Accommodation: Gîte
Walking: 5 hours
Height gain and loss: +630m, -915m

Start the day with a light climb towards the refuge of Prati, which is perfectly positioned for beautiful views across to the Renosu massif. Enjoy the amazing vistas and spend a few moments soaking up the fresh Corsican air. From here the view stretches out across the tranquil Ligurian sea and the island of Elba! Descend amongst a landscape of rocky slabs before reaching Cozzano, a town in the heart of Corsica, and explore the local scene with your group before returning to your accommodation.
Accommodation: Gîte
Walking: 8 hours
Height gain and loss: +970m, -1520m

The morning of Day 11 will be devoted to the climb towards Bocca Di l’usciolu. After a climb, you will reach the peak before entering into a forest of centennial trees. The path finally descends and the vegetation becomes dense. After crossing a stream, arrive at the sheepfolds of Bassetta. Stay at the refuge and get some sleep before continuing your journey!
Accommodation: Gîte
Walking: 6 hours
Height gain and loss: +1240m, -670m

This is the longest and hardest day of the adventure, but the end of this extraordinary trek is in sight. After a hike through the forest, cross a footbridge to continue towards Monte Incudine. Descend to Asinau to reach your final destination, Bavella and its famous “Aiguilles” (or “needles”), which dominate the landscape of the Alta Rocca! There couldn’t be a more fantastic place to finish this memorable hike.
Accommodation: Gîte
Walking (via the GR20): 9 hours
Height gain and loss: +1300m, -1400m

Start your day off with an easy walk through the forest in the southern massive of Bavella to the Paliri refuge. Then, it’s time for the descent, made even more enjoyable by the scent of the maquis. Arriving in Conca, take an epic pic next to the sign marking the end of the GR20!
Accommodation: Gîte
Walking (via the GR20): 7 hours
Height gain and loss: +450m, -1400m

A filling breakfast marks the end of your adventure. From Conca, you can take a shuttle to Porto Vecchio, and a bus to Bastia or Ajaccio.