Corsica GR20

GR20: what powerful appeal does this name have? Why do so many hikers try their hand at its challenging and wild trails every year? With its 12,000 meters of altitude difference that crosses the entire mountainous ridge of the island, it is the hardest long-distance trekking in Europe: from Calenzana to Conca it cuts Corsica diagonally, touching the highest peaks of the island, which often reach exceed 2000m altitude. But it is certainly not just the commitment it requires that moves so many walkers. The GR20 is a route between two seas, panoramically incomparable which crosses incredibly varied landscapes: not only ridges and mountains, but entire stages immersed in centuries-old woods full of splendid waterways and lakes where, especially in the summer months, it will be difficult to resist a bath. In addition to the description of the 16 classic stages into which the route is divided, this guide gives ample space to numerous variations to also honor magnificent passages left out of the original route. Finally, we have created 16 circular itineraries from 1 to 3 days, with the aim of proposing less wild variations on the GR20, which guarantee greater logistical ease and which stimulate maximum motivational drive for less experienced walkers. We hope to succeed in our aim of making the experience of walking on this splendid island live even for those who do not feel like carrying out the entire itinerary.