Advanced Petit GR20

Duration: 4 days
Trails: T1 trails
Distance: 10 - 15 km per day
Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day

> Hike the best sections of the legendary GR20
> Expect steep climbs, exposed ridgelines and dramatic terrain
> Stay in traditional Corsican huts and campings

This shortened version of the GR20 takes you on an intense trek through the rugged northern section of Corsica’s most famous trail. Starting and ending in Calenzana, this 4-day adventure takes you across the wild granite ridges between Ortu di u Piobbu and Carozzu, two of the route's most iconic huts.

This trek is designed for experienced hikers with strong legs and a head for heights. Expect challenging sections and spectacular views of the Mediterranean mountains around some of the island's highest peaks. If you want to experience the full drama of the GR20 without walking the entire route, this is your chance!

Itinerary

Day
1

Calenzana - Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu

Duration: 05:55 h
Distance: 11.4 km
Ascent: 1370 m
Descent: 90 m

This section of the trail starts in Calenzana (275 m) and ends in Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu (1520 m). The highest point is Bocca à U Bassiguellu (approx. 1520 m).

Highlights:
- Bocca di U Ravalente
- Bocca à U Saltu
- Bocca à U Bassiguellu

Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu

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Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu
Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu
Day
2

Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu - Refuge de Carrozzu

Duration: 04:20 h
Distance: 7.5 km
Ascent: 650 m
Descent: 900 m

This section of the trail starts in Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu (1520 m) and ends in Refuge de Carozzu (1270 m). The highest point is Bocca Avartoli (1898 m), reached via a rocky and steep climb.

Highlights:
- Bocca di Pisciaghja (stony & steep ascent)
- Bocca Avartoli (1898 m)
- Mouth Innuminata (1865 m)

Refuge de Carozzu

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Refuge de Carozzu
Refuge de Carozzu
Day
3

Refuge de Carozzu - Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu

Duration: 05:15 h
Distance: 11 km
Ascent: 910 m
Descent: 630 m

This section of the trail starts at the Refuge de Carozzu (1270 m) and ends at the Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu (1520 m). Yoou will reach the highest point of the stage when arriving to the latter hut.

Highlights:
- Lamitu Creek
- Natural pools of the Ruisseau de Melaghia
- Laricio pine forest

Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu

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Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu
Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu
Day
4

Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu - Calenzana

Duration: 05:30 h
Distance: 12.5 km
Ascent: 270 m
Descent: 1510 m

This section of the trail starts at the Refuge d'Ortu di u Piobbu (1520 m) and ends in the village of Calenzana (275 m). The highest point is near the refuge, with a continuous descent throughout the stage.

Highlights:
- Ridge views of Capu Ghiovu (1630 m)
- Arghjova Promontory

Included

  • Full travel guide

    You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the GR20 . Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.

  • Accommodation

    During your GR20 , you will spend your nights in mountain huts. In the mountain huts we normally only book dormitories, but we can look into private rooms on request. If the private rooms are fully booked or not available in the hut, we automatically book a bed in dormitories for you. Please note that private rooms are more expensive and there will be an additional charge for this.

  • Half-board in Huts

    Accommodation at the huts includes dinner and breakfast. We will arrange this for you as well. This allows you to travel lighter and have one less thing to worry about. Bear in mind that lunch is not included, but it can be purchased at the huts. Here you can also buy an array of snacks and bottled water.

  • Navigation support

    Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.

Excluded

  • Traveling to and from

    You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport.

  • Transfers

    Should you need any form of (public) transport on location, this is not part of the trekking package. This includes the use of taxi, bus, cable cars, gondolas, ferries, etc.

  • Lunch

    Half-board is included in the price of this trek. Lunch, however, is not. You can get something to eat at the mountain huts along the way.

  • Travel Insurance

    Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.

  • Personal expenses

    Personal expenses on such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are for your own account.

FAQ

  • What Is the Best Season for the GR20 on Corsica?

  • How to Get to the Starting Point of the Advanced Petit GR20

  • End Point: Calenzana

  • What if the dates I want are not available?

  • If I book now, can I immediately arrange the rest of my trip?

  • How do I know if this trek is right for me?

How to Book

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