Corsica. Mare e Monti (North)

From Calenzana (Upper-Corsica) to Cargese (South-Corsica)

The path winds through fragrant maquis shrubland before descending into the Fango Valley, where natural pools of light granite contrast with the deep green of the holm oak forests. Upon reaching Galéria, hikers discover a wild coastline. The route then passes through villages steeped in history, such as Osani and Serriera, testaments to a rural architecture of schist and granite that defies time. The passage through Ota and Marignana reveals an authentic mountain heritage, with old Genoese bridges and centuries-old transhumance trails. The highlight is undoubtedly the breathtaking view over the Gulf of Porto and the red cliffs of Piana, before the itinerary gently concludes in Cargèse, the "Greek city," whose two churches face each other above the sea.

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Mare e Monti Hiking Calenzana (Upper-Corsica) from Cargese (South-Corsica) 1

Mare e Monti Hiking Calenzana (Upper-Corsica) from Cargese (South-Corsica) 2

Mare e Monti Hiking Calenzana (Upper-Corsica) from Cargese (South-Corsica) 3 Randonnee autour de la vallee de l'Ain au Pays de C4erdon (Ain)

Distance: 122km, Elevation maximum: 1234m, Elevation minimum: 0m, Elevation gain uphill: 7180m
IGN Maps: 4149OT - CALVI / CIRQUE DE BONIFATU / PNR DE LA CORSE. 4150OT - PORTO / CALANCHE DE PIANA / PNR DE LA CORSE. 4250OT - CORTE / MONTE-CINTO / PNR DE LA CORSE. 4151OT - VICO / CARGESE / GOLFE DE SAGONE.

From Calenzana (Upper-Corsica) to Cargese (South-Corsica) 10 Transhumance

From Calenzana to Corscia (Upper-Corsica)

Mare e Monti

Mare to Mare

GR®20 Crossing Corsica

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Former holiday hotel with a garden along the Allier, L'Etoile Guest House is located in La Bastide-Puylaurent between Lozere, Ardeche, and the Cevennes in the mountains of Southern France. At the crossroads of GR®7, GR®70 Stevenson Path, GR®72, GR®700 Regordane Way, GR®470 Allier River springs and gorges, GRP® Cevenol, Ardechoise Mountains, Margeride. Numerous loop trails for hiking and one-day biking excursions. Ideal for a relaxing and hiking getaway.