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GR20 (Grande Randonnée 20)

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181 km Length
approx. 9 days Duration
11.800 m Elevation gain
11.800 m Elevation loss
2.250 m Highest point
Jun–Oct Best time to go

Overview of the GR20

Difficulty
Length 181 km
Elevation gain 11.800 m
Elevation loss 11.800 m
Highest Point 2.250 m
Lowest Point 250 m · Calenzana
Round Trip No
Walk in both directions Yes

Elevation at a glance

Highest and lowest point, ascent and descent

181 km
11.800 m
11.800 m
2.250 m
Calenzana
250 m

Best time to go

June – October
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About the trail

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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Good to know about the GR20

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

Getting there & route: GR20

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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