GR20 Stage 6: From Ciottulu di i Mori to Manganu

Sixth stage of the GR20 in a north-south direction, linking the refuges of Ciottulu di i Mori (1999 m) and Manganu (1600 m). Get ready for an impressive 24.6 kilometers of Corsican trails , making this the longest stage of your trek! Don't be intimidated by the distance, as this is the only difficulty of the stage, as the path is mainly made up of descents and false flats, allowing you to take full advantage of the surrounding scenery.

Heading south, as soon as you take your first steps, you'll come across the Golo, Corsica's longest river, which rises near the Ciottulu di i Mori refuge. Take the opportunity to relax by the many natural pools along the way, offering a refreshingly picturesque setting. The descent along the Golo takes you to the Radule waterfall and sheepfold. Continue through the forest of the Valdu Niellu biological reserve to reach the road and the small ski resort of Castellu di Vergio. Here, you can recharge your batteries at a gîte d'étape, hotel, campsite or grocery store and prepare for the rest of your journey.

The trail continues on a false flat for a few kilometers before the only real climb of this stage. After climbing 500 meters, you'll reach first Bocca San Pedru, then Bocca a Reta, at an altitude of 1881 meters. From these passes, you'll be rewarded with a spectacular view of Lake Nino and its pozzines, the wet meadows emblematic of the region. Then there's the long walk across the Camputile plateau, along the Tavignano. The wilderness and the beauty of the landscape will surely captivate you.

When you finally reach the Vaccaghia sheepfold, you may think you've reached your final destination. However, you'll need to put in a good half-hour's effort before enjoying a well-deserved rest at the Manganu refuge.