GR20 Integral hike

We get to the heart of the matter with the start of the journey along an old mule track that quickly gives way to more rugged terrain to reach the Ortu di u Piobbu refuge.
6h30 of walking. Height differences: +1360m/-50m

For the success of the internship, for everyone to fully benefit from it as well as for safety reasons, it is necessary that you have the required levels. If this is not the case, our management may, if necessary, refuse that you follow the program. It will not be possible to offer you a replacement program and we will not be able to reimburse you for your internship.
This raid is aimed at a mountain audience, do not overestimate yourself at the risk of ruining your vacation.

The itinerary enters a more mineral dimension with a succession of scree and scree to reach the Carrozzu refuge.
7-hour walk. Height differences: +750m/-950m.

Day 3: CARROZZU — ASCU 1456m
There is no source on the itinerary of the day so the bottles must be filled as much as possible from the start.
On the other hand, a bath in Spasimata or in Lake Muvrella will be very refreshing before starting to climb a fairly steep corridor allowing us to reach Bocca di Stagnu, the highest point of the day.
A steep descent allows us to reach the Haut Ascu ski resort with its refuge.
5h30 of walking. Height differences: +800m/-750m.

Day 4: ASCU - VALLONE 1422m
Certainly the longest and most technical day of the stay, which will begin with the ascent of the Pointe des Éboulis at 2607m, the highest point of the GR20. From this breathtaking view of Cap Corse, Calvi and all the summits of the south, there is an option to climb Monte Cinto, the roof of Corsica culminating at 2706m.
In the afternoon, after overlooking Lake Cinto and its magnificent emerald color, we will begin a long descent of the Tighiettu Valley, to join our evening stop at the Bergeries de Vallone.
Farm meal and night in tents.
8 hours of walking. Height differences: +1200m/-1200m (+/-1350 m with the option of Monte Cinto).

Day 5: VALLONE — VERGHIO 1403m
A nice forest path will take us to the valley of Foggiale that we will climb to the eponymous pass before reaching the highest refuge in Corsica, Ciutullu Di I Mori at 1991m, for a break.
We will then go down the Golo Valley, where we can swim in one of the magnificent basins with crystal clear waters, then through the sheepfolds of Radule, join our evening cottage Castel di Vergio.
Dinner and night in a cottage
5h30 of walking. Height differences: +627m/-612m.

Day 6: VERGHIO — MANGANU 1601m
The day will start with a balcony trail through a thick Laricio pine forest to the San Petru Pass. An ancient transhumance trail leads us to Bocca A Reta 1883m which overlooks the magnificent Ninu Lake and its vast areas of grass with a thousand holes of water, the enchanting “pozzines”, around which magnificent wild horses live. After walking along the banks of Tavignano, we reach the high plateau of Camputile, which we will cross before reaching the Manganu refuge.
Meal and night at the shelter or in a tent.
6h30 of walking. Height differences: +590m/-790m.

Day 7: MANGANU — PETRA PIANA 1842m
Nothing beats the spectacle of high-altitude pools tinged with an intense blue-green color. To reach it, you will have to cross vertiginous ridges such as the Capitellu breach from where you can observe a charming lake of the same name. This is followed by a breathtaking view of Lake Melo, a real sapphire in the heart of the granite barrier. At the end of this string of alpine springs is the Pietra Piana refuge.
Dinner and overnight in a shelter or in a tent.
6h30 of walking. Height differences: +895m/-730m.

Day 8: PETRA PIANA — ONDA 1385m
A long descent awaits us to reach the banks of the Manganellu which we will follow in a peaceful pine forest. After the Tolla footbridge, a picnic will take place near one of the magnificent basins of the river.
A short climb in the forest will take us to the sheepfolds of Onda and its famous Brocciu lasagna.
Dinner at the shelter and night in a tent.
5h30 of walking. Height differences: +400m/-800m.

Day 9: ONDA — VIZZAVONA 1136m
First, a steep climb to Bocca Muratello where the view over Punta de l'Oriente is breathtaking. Then, we will begin the long descent on beautiful granite slabs to the famous English waterfalls nestled in the dense and generous vegetation of the Vizzavona forest.
Meal and night at the cottage.
6 hours of walking. Height differences: +700m/-900m.

Day 10: VIZZAVONA — COL DE VERDE 1289m
You will cross by a beautiful forest path Bocca Palmente, the sheepfolds of Alzeta, and the Sambuccu forest. The view is breathtaking over Monte d'Oro and Monte Renoso. A well-deserved break at the E Capanelle refuge. Continue the route in the direction of the sheepfolds of Traggette, which will take place on a beautiful forest trail, and will take us, weather permitting, to the magnificent pozzines, in an ancient glacial valley with a thousand holes of water.
Evening by the fire, dinner and night in a cottage at the Col de Verde.
9:30 walking. Height differences: +1210m/-850m.

Day 11: COL DE VERDE — USCIOLU 1750m
Early departure for the ascent of Bocca Dell Oro from where you will have a breathtaking view of the eastern plain. Then head to Punta Cappella, from where you will follow the crest line down the ridge and pass various small passes. You will continue to Bocca di Laparo, to reach Monte Furmicula and the Usciolu refuge.
Meals and night in tents.
7.00 hours of walking. Height differences: +1117m/-667m.

Day 12: USCIOLU — CROCI 1542m
We leave Usciolu by the crest of the statues to reach the Col de l'Agnone where we will take the new GR20. We will go down to the banks of the beautiful Padulelli river for a picnic, then cross the Cuscionu plateau on good soothing paths to the sheepfolds of Croci.
Night at the cottage in a tent or in a dormitory.
5 hours of walking. Height differences: +388m/-597m.

Day 13: CROCI — BAVELLA 1536m
You will continue with an ascent to Boca Stazzunara at 2020m and Monte Incudine, the highest peak in Southern Corsica at 2134m (optional). During this stage, you will enjoy an unprecedented view of the magnificent Aiguilles de Bavella, the Gulf of Porto-Vecchio, and perhaps Sardinia... Mineral descent to the Asinau refuge to go up in the direction of the famous Aiguilles de Bavella. The trail climbs via the alpine variant to the Col Di u Pargulu 1611m, from where we will enter the heart of the Bavella massif and its magical pink granite towers.
Dinner and night in a cottage at the Col de Bavella.
7:00am walk. Height differences: +800m/-1000m.

A change of atmosphere towards the sea, the scree fields give way to a path with the scent of scrub. This stage will take you through the ruins of Capeddu and then the Bocca d'Usciolu gap, from where you will see the bay of Porto Vecchio in the distance. We will arrive with pride in Conca, the end point of this complete crossing of the GR20.
Transfer in the afternoon to Porto Vecchio and end of the stay.
(If you left some stuff at the start, see the practical information for reaching Ajaccio, not included).
7:30 walking. Height differences = +490m/-1480m.

The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).