Mountains & trails · Vizzavona — Cascade des Anglais junction — Bocca Palmente — Capannelle
Walk a mountain stage of Corsica’s GR20
Commit to one substantial stage of Corsica's GR20, climbing from Vizzavona forest to the open balcony of Bocca Palmente before continuing toward Capannelle.
Leave Vizzavona beneath tall pines and follow the red-and-white marks into terrain that steadily opens above the forest. The crossing at Bocca Palmente reveals broad mountain and coastal horizons before the trail threads old pastoral ground toward Capannelle, giving a concentrated sense of why the GR20 is both celebrated and respected.
Treat this as a serious mountain day: reserve the staffed refuge or designated overnight place in advance, confirm transport at both ends and start with a current weather forecast. Carry navigation backup, water, food and layers, and turn back if cloud, heat or thunderstorms make the exposed ground unsafe. The route suits fit, experienced walkers rather than first-time hikers.