The GR20 Corsica: The High Level RouteThis guidebook describes the classic GR20 trek, the north to south traverse of the rugged mountains of Corsica. Starting in Corscia's north-west, in picturesque Calenzana, the route winds south-east, through the heart of Corsica, finishing on the eastern side of the island, just north of Porto Vecchio in the township of Conca. Described in 16 stages with high level/low level alternatives for relevant stages, the route is roughly 200km in length and takes approximately two weeks to complete. The GR20 climbs high into the mountains. It is demanding trek and only suitable for experienced walkers. Step-by-step descriptions of each stage are accompanied by 1:50,000 mapping, together with information on ascent/descent, terrain, and food, water and shelter en route. Also included is invaluable information such as path conditions, what to take, and getting to/from and around Corsica. This comprehensive guide also includes information on the history and geology of Corsica, together with notes on the local plants and wildlife. An island of surreal beauty, Corsica showcases dramatic mountains, enchanting coastline and ethereal vistas. Bare rock and sheer cliff contrasts with black sand beaches, alpine pastures and pockets of forest. Mediterranean flair abounds, history lingers and culture is celebrated, making it the perfect destination for a trek bursting with adventure. |
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THE GR20 | 47 |
Appendix A Facilities along the route Calenzana to Conca | 243 |
Appendix B Facilities along the route Conca to Calenzana | 247 |
Appendix C Accommodation list | 251 |
Appendix D Basic language notes | 254 |
Appendix E Useful contacts | 258 |
Appendix F The Cirque de la Solitude | 262 |
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2hrs Ajaccio alder scrub Ascu Stagnu Autocars Bastia beech beech trees Bergeries Bocca boulders bouldery slope cairns Calenzana Calvi Capanelle Cirque Conca Corsica Corte Cozzano crest cross downhill Food and drink footbridge forest Genoese gently Gîte d’Étape high-level Hire tents holm oak juniper Leave the Refuge low-level maquis maritime pines meals and sells Monte Alcudina Monte Cinto Monte d’Oru mountains nearby Paglia Orba paint flashes passing path climbs path leads Petra Piana Piobbu PNRC Refuge Porto Vecchio Punta reach Refuge d’Asinau Refuge d’Ortu Refuge d’Usciolu Refuge de Carozzu Refuge de l’Onda Refuge de Matalza Refuge de Petra ridge river road rock rocky slopes Ruisseau San Petru scrambling scree signposted slabs spiny broom Stage steep and rocky stony path stream summit taxi Total ascent track trek trekkers trekking turn left Turn right uphill valley variant Village de Bavella Vizzavona Walking water source waymarked Yorkshire Dales Zicavo zigzags