Short Treks on Corsica

Five mountain and coastal treks including the Mare a Mare and Mare e Monti
Guidebook describing five mountain and coastal treks on the Mediterranean island of Corsica: the 2-day Sentier du Douanier (Custom Officer's Path), the 10-day Mare e Monti, the 11-day coast-to-coast Mare a Mare Nord, the 5-day Mare a Mare Sud and the 5-day Mare e Monti Sud. With information on facilities and local plants and wildlife.

Explore the dramatic mountain landscapes, rugged coastline, and scented maquis of Corsica with this comprehensive Cicerone guidebook to five short mountain and coastal treks. From exposed coastal paths around Cap Corse to classic mountain-to-sea routes through the island’s wild interior, these walks reveal Corsica’s striking contrasts, rich biodiversity, and distinctive local culture.

Designed for hikers and walkers with good fitness, the five short treks on Corsica range from accessible coastal outings to longer multi-day walking routes through forested hills and remote uplands, perfect for anyone seeking a taste of the island’s legendary trekking. Each route is presented in daily stages of 8-18km (5–11 miles), finishing where accommodation is available.

• Comprehensive day-by-day walking and trekking route descriptions for five of Corsica’s classic short treks: the 2-day Sentier du Douanier, the 10-day Mare e Monti, the 11-day Mare a Mare Nord, the 5-day Mare a Mare Sud, and the 5-day Mare e Monti Sud, offering flexibility to mix, match, or adapt your Corsican hiking itinerary.
• Clear, step-by-step walking directions, with detailed 1:50,000 mapping and elevation profiles for every stage of these Corsican hiking routes.
• Downloadable GPX files for all five routes on Corsica, suitable for use with GPS devices and smartphone navigation apps
• Refreshment and accommodation details for every stage, highlighting Corsican villages, mountain inns, and trail-side facilities valued by walkers and trekkers.
• Practical hiking advice on planning and preparation, including the best time to walk in Corsica, transport logistics, and tips for combining treks into longer walking adventures.
• Notes on Corsican plants, wildlife, and local cuisine enrich your experience of the diverse landscapes encountered on these walks and treks.

Plan your walking holiday on Corsica with confidence and enjoy some of the island’s most rewarding short mountain and coastal treks with this practical and inspiring guidebook from the experts at Cicerone.

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