3.7km
Total Distance
221m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A 3.7 km walk of about 220 m of climbing from the road near Piana out to Capo Rosso, ending at the Genoese tower of Turghiu on its 331 m summit. Capo Rosso is a cape of pink granite reachable only on foot, the westernmost point of mainland Corsica. The tower was built in 1608, and the site is part of a UNESCO World Heritage area.

Route Map

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Path grade (SAC)
T2 · T3 for 0.6km
Surface
gravel 49%, natural ground 35%, rock 16%
Marked route
Capu Rossu Principal

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Difficulty

3/5 · Moderate