Walk The GR20 – Corsica

Cover of GR20: Corsica
Availability
Reprinted
Cover
Paperback - PVC
Published
16 Jan 2012
Edition
Second
ISBN
9781852844776
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ISBN (10)
1852844779
Size
17.2 x 11.6 x 1.7cm
Weight
320g
Pages
240
Originally Published
1 Apr 2006

GR20: Corsica

The High Level Route by Paddy Dillon

Guidebook to walking Corsica's GR20, known as the toughest GR route in Europe. It makes a complete traverse through the high mountains, sometimes with hands-on scrambling. Covering 190km, the GR20 can be completed by fit walkers in about two weeks. The guide includes high- and low-level alternatives, plus extra mountain climbs. More...

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Seasons

Possible mid-May to mid-October; June or September is ideal, with July and August being the Read More... hottest, and busiest, months.

Centres

Calvi, Vizzavona, Porto Vecchio. Limited accommodation and facilities on or near the route.

Difficulty

Isolated mountainous terrain. The GR20 is a challenging walk (with scrambling) for experienced, Read More... fit walkers. Backpacking throughout.

Must See

Ascent of Monte Cinto, Cirque de la Solitude, Ascent of Paglia Orba
 
 
A friend and myself have just come back from a fantastic 10 days walking the northern route of the GR20.

This is an unashamable plug for Paddy Dillon's book. Its really excellent! Even the "foreigners" we met were using it- as it is both more accurate and relevant than the alternatives.

If you think its too heavy, as my ultra light nut thought, just do what he did and cut it up- but don't leave for the GR20 without it."

Posted on www.Outdoorsmagic.com discussion site, July 2006


'The guide includes the ascents of Monte Cinto, Paglia Orba and the Cirque de la Solitude and high and low alternatives.

Paddy provides everything to know before tackling the route.'

(Strider LDWA, August 2006)

This book is not only a good book, but a down to earth practical book. Paddy gives you all the pre trek beta, and doesn't hide anything. The photos in the book are excellent and leave you in no doubt of the breathtaking scenery. The recent new maps are an excellent improvement and make its usage far easier than the previous edition (impartial feedback).

The Aitchison-Jones Walker's Handbook 2007

 
 
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