GR20 Stage 4: From Asco to Tighiettu
Fourth stage of the GR20 in a north-south direction, linking the refuges of Asco-Stagnu (1420 m) and Tighiettu (1680 m). Since 2016, this route has become the official GR20 route after the tragic accident at the Cirque de la Solitude in 2015. This is a long, technical stage, with a significant climb. It culminates at the highest point of the GR20 at Pointe des Éboulis (2607 m).
The route consists of a long ascent to Pointe des Éboulis (+1200 m), followed by a gradual descent to the Tighiettu refuge. The trail crosses a variety of landscapes, alternating between scree, boulders and rocky slabs. Handrails have been installed to facilitate tricky passages. The panorama is exceptional, immersing you in the heart of Corsica's highest massif.
You can also spend the night at the Ballone sheepfolds (1425 m), half an hour downhill. You can then cool off in the nearby natural pools.
➡️ Hiking parameters
➡️ Hiking parameters
➡️ Hiking parameters
REMARKS
For those who wish, it is possible to climb Monte Cinto (2706 m) from Pointe des éboulis. Allow another 2 to 3 hours. Quite technical and vertiginous in places, the effort is amply rewarded by the fabulous view from the roof of Corsica. Follow the red dots (download the gpx track here).
Please note that this stage can be snow covered until early July, and can only be done with crampons and ice axes.
REMARKS
For those who wish, it is possible to climb Monte Cinto (2706 m) from Pointe des éboulis. Allow another 2 to 3 hours. Quite technical and vertiginous in places, the effort is amply rewarded by the fabulous view from the roof of Corsica. Follow the red dots (download the gpx track here).
Please note that this stage can be snow covered until early July, and can only be done with crampons and ice axes.
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Nearby hikes
A Muvrella
- Difficulty : Hard
- Duration : 4 h
- Distance : 4.1 km
- Elevation gain : 730 m
Monte Cinto
- Difficulty : Hard
- Duration : 8 h
- Distance : 11.1 km
- Elevation gain : 1520 m
GR20 Stage 3: From Carrozzu to Asco-Stagnu
- Difficulty : Hard
- Duration : 5 h
- Distance : 4.8 km
- Elevation gain : 830 m
GR20 Stage 5: From Tighiettu to Ciottulu di i Mori
- Difficulty : Moderate
- Duration : 4 h
- Distance : 6.7 km
- Elevation gain : 680 m
Hikes to discover
Let chance guide your steps: Each time you visit Horizonrando, you will discover a new selection of hikes in Corsica, chosen at random.
Beaches of Lotu and Saleccia
- Difficulty : Easy to Hard
- Duration : 7 h 30 m
- Distance : 27.3 km
- Elevation gain : 320 m
Punta d’Omigna
- Difficulty : Easy
- Duration : 3 h
- Distance : 7 km
- Elevation gain : 250 m
Monte Rotondo
- Difficulty : Very hard
- Duration : 8 h
- Distance : 13.4 km
- Elevation gain : 1650 m
The customs path
- Difficulty : Moderate
- Duration : 4 h
- Distance : 11.7 km
- Elevation gain : 360 m
Lakes of Melo and Capitello
- Difficulty : Moderate
- Duration : 3 h 30 m
- Distance : 6.4 km
- Elevation gain : 560 m
Piscia di Gallu Waterfall
- Difficulty : Easy
- Duration : 2 h 15 m
- Distance : 4.9 km
- Elevation gain : 200 m