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GR20 (Corsica) — France

GR20 (Corsica)

Europe's toughest long trail — 180 km across the Corsican mountain spine, 15 stages, and 12,000 m of gain.

Where on earth

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Region
France
Country
Worldwide
Biome
Mediterranean alpine (600–2,700 m)
Best season
June – September
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Climbing
  • Mountaineering

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Mediterranean alpine (600–2,700 m)
  • Best season: June – September
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Europe's toughest long trail — 180 km across the Corsican mountain spine, 15 stages, and 12,000 m of gain.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: June – September

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Mediterranean alpine (600–2,700 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Worldwide
Biome
Mediterranean alpine (600–2,700 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around GR20 (Corsica)

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Last verified: 1970-01-01