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Trekking the GR20 Corsica :The High Level Route: Guidebook and map booklet
Trekking the GR20 Corsica :The High Level Route: Guidebook and map booklet
paperback
Published:
1 July, 2025
Description
Tackle one of Europe’s greatest trekking challenges on the GR20, Corsica’s legendary high-level route that runs the length of the island’s mountainous spine from Calinzana in the north to Conca in the south. Often described as Europe’s toughest trek, this 190km (118-mile) trail is best suited to experienced hikers as it follows rugged granite ridges and remote cols, with steep ascents, scrambling sections and exposure to rapidly changing mountain weather.
This expertly crafted Cicerone guidebook is the essential companion for anyone planning to tackle the GR20, whether you aim to complete the full route in 16 days or focus on one half. The trek is commonly split into the northern section, widely considered the most challenging with its rugged alpine terrain and exposed scrambles, and the southern section, which is still demanding but generally less technical.
- The GR20 is split into 16 stages (5 to 20km per stage) with high-level and low-level alternatives for some sections, so you can make the journey your own
- Detailed route descriptions and elevation profiles are supported by a separate map booklet featuring 1:25,000 IGN mapping with the route line clearly marked for navigation through Corsica's rugged mountains
- Tips from experienced author, Paddy Dillon, on safety measures, what to pack and when to go are provided, essential when tackling such a tough trek
- Accommodation listings are included for each stage, which are mainly refuges maintained by Parc Naturel Régional de Corse. Clear guidance on where advance booking is required is also provided.
- Downloadable GPX files are available for the entire trail from Calinzana to Conca, as a digital navigation option for use on smartphones and GPS devices
More than just a walk, the GR20 is a true test of endurance, resilience and spirit. With this trusted Cicerone guidebook in your pack, you’ll be fully equipped to face the challenge, embrace the unpredictability and experience the raw beauty of Corsica’s mountains. Plan well, walk wisely, and step into an adventure that will stay with you long after the final descent to the Mediterranean.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781786310675 |
| ISBN10 | 1786310678 |
| Number Of Pages | 304 |
| Item Weight | 420 g |
| Product Dimensions | 116 x 172 x 17 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Cicerone Press |
| Format | paperback |
| Edition | 5th Revised edition |
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Author's Bio
Paddy Dillon is a prolific walker and guidebook writer, with 100 guidebooks to his name and contributions to 40 other titles. He has written for several outdoor magazines and other publications and has appeared on radio and television. Paddy uses a tablet computer to write as he walks. His descriptions are therefore precise, having been written at the very point at which the reader uses them. Paddy is an indefatigable long-distance walker who has walked all of Britain's National Trails and several trails in Europe and further afield.