GR20 (Grande Randonnée 20)
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General information about GR20
Difficulty
Length
181 km
Elevation gain
11.800 m
Elevation loss
11.800 m
Highest Point
2.250 m
Lowest Point
Calenzana / 250 m
Round Trip?
No
Walk in both directions?
Yes
181 km
11.800 m
11.800 m
2.250 m
Calenzana
250 m

The best time to hike the GR20 is:

January
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The GR20 runs for a length of 181 kilometers through France.

The difficulty of the trail is rated as very hard and it usually takes 9 days to walk the GR20.
Of course, how long it really takes for the trail depends on the experience and fitness of the hikers.

The drinking water supply is on the way a problem depending on the season.
Reliable water points are not always available, as these may have dried out.
You should definitely plan ahead and get informed here!

On the trail food supply is less of an issue. As a rule, you can either buy groceries every day or eat in a hut or restaurant.
Nevertheless, it is important to carry an appropriate supply with you.

You can stay overnight in managed huts.

Wild camping is not allowed As always, leave behind no traces . Rubbish has to be taken away and nature has to be respected and protected!

Campfires are currently prohibited. However, this can change at any time.
Therefore, please be sure to pay attention to public notices and a possible risk of forest fires..
In addition, new fireplaces should never be built, but existing ones should be used.

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The best time to hike the GR20 is:

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Specifics
Dogs are allowed!
Food can be bought daily on the trail
Obtaining drinking water can be a problem depending on the season
Not suitable for people with fear of heights!
Not accessible in winter
Campfires are not allowed
The path is sufficiently marked
Wild camping is not allowed
Power supply is not ensured
Mobile Internet is not available all over the trail
Fishing not possible
There are bathing opportunities along the way
There is no river to be crossed
You shouldn't meet any bears here
No sections accessible
Route planning

Arrival

You will arrive to GR20 via Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport.

You can get to Starting point via Bus. Duration approx. 1 hours.

Departure

Departure from GR20 is via Figari Sud-Corse Airport.

You can get to the airport per Bus / Cab. Takes about 2 hours.

Accommodation

  • in managed huts

Loneliness

Hardly any other people and you sleep in huts/tents with no contact to villages
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