Hiking Corte

This small, serious and reputable structure, run by two instructors, offers activities around canyoning, climbing and rental of electric bikes with organized tours. From initiation to improvement, in the best spots of the Restonica valley or elsewhere. On the menu, jumps, slides, abseils and tyrolean traverse, from family to sporty. The store dedicated to climbing and hiking equipment is one of the few on the island really specialized in these sports. The bikes for rent are of high quality.

This hike takes you to Corsica's second-highest massif, Monte Rotondo, at an altitude of 2622 meters, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the whole of Corsica, its imposing peaks, majestic lakes, Cap Corse and the Mediterranean. The route starts from the D623 and passes through the Restonica Forest. After the Bergeries de Timozzu, the landscape turns mineral as you head towards Lac de l'Oriente. Between steep peaks and rocky ridges, the surroundings are breathtakingly beautiful, but be prepared for a steep climb for much of the way.

This beautiful granite arch is also known as the Scandulaghju arch or the Padule arch. It starts near the parking lot at the foot of the citadel, a little higher up than the path leading up the Tavignano to the refuge de la Sega (a sign points the way to the arch). Although the arch is not very far from Corte, the climb is very tough (1,000 m ascent on rocky ground) and the first part of the route is totally exposed to the sun, with no possibility of shelter. Bring plenty of water and set off early in the morning.