• The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
  • The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona
South Corsica

The GR20 South from Bavella to Vizzavona

4,6/5 (16 reviews)
Réf : FC21CGRSLF

In summary

  • Sports
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking

    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Corsica / South Corsica
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    67.42 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This personalized stay offers you the opportunity to experience a sporting adventure with an organization tailored to your needs.
    Type of stay
    Independent traveler
A minimum of 2 people (including at least 1 adult) are required to book this stay.
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In a few words

Considered the most beautiful trek in Europe , this high-mountain route traverses Corsica along its ridgeline. We offer a self-guided version where we handle all the logistics : booking accommodations and luggage transport are optional. All you have to do is focus on the effort! From the Aiguilles de Bavella to the Renoso massif, enjoy gentler terrain than in the north for a truly legendary adventure. With the support of our robust local logistics team, we offer both the southern and northern sections, which can be combined, in a self-guided format with a lighter pack.

The highlights

  • The southern part of the GR20: the most accessible section of Europe's most difficult trek
  • Full board
  • Optional luggage transport by vehicle
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Confirmed

Levels

Hiking / Trekking

Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.

The expert's opinion

Doing the GR20 independently with us is reserved only for people in very good physical condition who already have experience of multi-day treks, capable of managing their hikes alone with all that this implies (determination, taste for effort, ability to manage their route, map reading and orientation, knowledge of weather, disregard for usual comfort, appropriate equipment...).

We would like to draw your attention to the fact that poorly prepared or informed clients increase the risk of abandoning the trek. Please note that while the GR20 is becoming increasingly popular, it remains the most challenging trek in Europe. Do not overestimate your abilities; do your research and prepare your trip properly!

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 6h
  • Average distance/day: 12 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 643 m
  • Average daily descent: 696 m

Management

The paper roadbook contains all the information directly in your bag.
Paper Roadbook

The roadbook consists of:

  1. a day/day description
  2. copies of maps from the list of accommodations

On site, at your accommodation, you will be given: transfer vouchers, luggage route sheet, luggage tags, and the IGN map(s).

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
  • map

    Ajaccio - Alta Rocca - Bavella

    • Transportation Minibus - 02h - 95km
    • Accommodation Cottage
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Transfer to the Bavella pass, passing through the authentic villages of Alta Rocca. Check-in to your accommodation near Bavella.

    Day 1

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Gare Maritime D'Ajaccio
Day 1 : 14h00
End of stay
Gare De Vizzavona
Day 7 - 15h00

The transfer from Ajaccio to Bavella on the first day is included in the stay.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare d'Ajaccio,Gare de Bastia,Gare de CalviOrGare de Corte
Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport d'Ajaccio

🚌 Airport shuttles – train station

Access by boat
Take the boat toPort d'Ajaccio

Price details

The price includes

  1. 6 nights in a mountain refuge/sheepfold and/or tent
  2. Full board
  3. The transfer from Ajaccio to Bavella, D1
  4. The roadbook
  5. 24/7 support

The price does not include

  1. Transport to the starting point
  2. Transfer from Vizzavona to Ajaccio on day 7 (allow €15 per person)
  3. Site visits
  4. Meals on Day 1 (excluding dinner) and dinner on Day 7

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Luggage transfer : CHF76.00 / person
  2. Luggage transfer, departure on another day : CHF228.00 / person
  3. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
4,6/5
(16 reviews)
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Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
M

Michel

september 2026
Translated from French
Perfect organization
Published on 14/09/2026
A

AGNES

june 2026
Translated from French
1. Bergerie chez Aline in Asinau: hygiene was very poor and the picnic lunch was not very substantial. The gîte in Usciolu should also be avoided. The others were very good.
Published on 21/06/2026
S

Sébastien

may 2026
Translated from French
Everything was perfect, we had a wonderful stay. This trip was a life-changing experience for us.
Published on 15/06/2026

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
4,6/5
(16 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
M

Michel

september 2026
Translated from French
Perfect organization
Published on 14/09/2026
A

AGNES

june 2026
Translated from French
1. Bergerie chez Aline in Asinau: hygiene was very poor and the picnic lunch was not very substantial. The gîte in Usciolu should also be avoided. The others were very good.
Published on 21/06/2026
S

Sébastien

may 2026
Translated from French
Everything was perfect, we had a wonderful stay. This trip was a life-changing experience for us.
Published on 15/06/2026
g

ghislaine

august 2025
Translated from French
We booked through Decathlon Travel and paid for the service. We wanted to do without a guide to have more freedom of movement. However, our affiliation with the Decathlon Travel group was completely disregarded from the moment we were taken into care of the hikers.
Published on 22/09/2025
DT
Decathlon Travel's response
Translated from French

Hello Ghislaine,


Thank you for sharing your experience. We understand your desire for independence during your stay and have taken your comments into account. We do work with expert local agencies to manage the trips, but we will strive to improve communication so that our travelers feel fully supported from start to finish.

We hope to have the pleasure of seeing you again soon for a new sporting adventure.


The Decathlon Travel team

L

Lucas

august 2025
Translated from French
Great stay!
Published on 12/09/2025
K

Karine

august 2025
Translated from French
The GR20 requires excellent physical condition and thorough preparation, both in terms of equipment and training. The experience is very intense. Note that while we opted for the luggage transfer service, you should plan to carry your own overnight gear for four nights (out of the six days of hiking). Also, be aware that you shouldn't be afraid of heights when crossing the ridges.
Published on 18/08/2025
O

Olivier

july 2025
Translated from French
A wonderful experience. We'll definitely be back to hike the entire GR trail.
Published on 14/07/2025
C

Claire

june 2025
Translated from French
We opted for the GR20 South Self-Guided option. Top-notch organization!
Published on 09/06/2025
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Emilie

july 2024
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Published on 06/08/2024
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laetitia

june 2024
Published on 29/06/2024
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