Tolla sheepfold Hike
Key facts about the hike
- Difficulty
- Easy Hikes are rated from very easy to very hard: my difficulty scale
- Duration
- 4h Estimated time, short breaks included (photos, water, snacks), picnic not included: how it is calculated
- Distance
- 11.2km
- out and back
- Elevation gain
- 360m
- Type of route
- Out and back
- Maximum altitude
- 1,015 m
- Vertiginous Five levels, depending on how exposed the route is: the levels in detail
- No
- Marked
- Yes
- Popularity
- Low
- Region
- Center
- Start point
- 42.15437, 9.14225
- Activity
- Hiking
Hike overview
The hike to the Bergerie de Tolla takes you through the Vivario communal forest alongside the Manganello stream to a picturesque sheepfold on the GR20 North trail. This shaded, peaceful route features numerous natural pools with crystal-clear waters, perfect for a refreshing break.
Open during the summer months, the sheepfold welcomes you to sample Corsican charcuterie, cheeses, and cold drinks in an authentic setting.
Map and elevation profile of the hike
Tolla sheepfold Hike
Difficulties of the hike
The route does not present any technical difficulties. First, you take the slightly sloping, stony Mare à Mare Nord orange-marked variant through the forest to the Tolla footbridge. The trail runs alongside the Manganello stream under the canopy of beech and laricio pine trees. Then, you join the GR20, marked in red and white, and follow it to the Tolla sheepfold.
What you'll love
- The natural pools of Manganello: Magnificent turquoise pools line the route and are perfect for swimming. The most beautiful ones are located below the Tolla footbridge.
- The Méli Waterfall: a beautiful, spectacular cascade.
- The Tolla sheepfold and its enchanting mountain setting: an authentic stopover where you can taste Corsican cheeses and charcuterie in a green clearing.
- Accessibility: This family-friendly hike is ideal for discovering a section of the legendary GR20 without any technical difficulty.
Practical information
Opening period of the sheepfold
The sheepfold is only open during the summer months. Outside of season, you will not be able to eat there, but the route is still enjoyable.
Parking
Parking is no longer allowed in the hamlet of Canaglia. Parking is available at the Mulinello Bridge. Take the small local road for about one kilometer before reaching the forest track leading to the trailhead.
Photos
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