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Monte Cinto (2706m), versant nord par Asco Randonnée Massifs de Corse

With 2706m Monte Cinto is the highest mountain on Corsica. It is the main peak of the Massive de Cinto which separates the Golo valley in the south from the Asco valley in the north. There are three major hiking routes, one from the north, starting from Haut Asco, the other two starting from the south from the camppground near Lozzi.


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/ GR20 Trek - North and Monte Cinto This trek takes in the highlights of the Northern GR20 route, with spectacular scrambling and dramatic scenery and an ascent of Monte Cinto, Corsica's highest peak. From £1,945 Altitude 2,706m Grade: T4/Backpacking Description Dates & Prices Trip Dossier Itinerary Photos Insurance Reviews GR20 North


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Elevation 2 706 m Prominence Ultra Location France Corsica Haute-Corse 42.37953 N 8.94601 E About Monte Cinto (Corsican: Monte Cintu) is the highest mountain on the island of Corsica, a région of France. There's an alpine trail (T4) called Lozzi - Monte Cinto leading to the summit.


Monte Cinto (2706m), versant Sud en traversée par Lozzi Randonnée Massifs de Corse Lozzi

Monte Cinto is the highest peak in Corsica, with an altitude of 2,706 meters. Located in the Corsica Regional Natural Park, Monte Cinto offers panoramic views of the island and the Mediterranean.


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We also offer you the chance to climb Monte Cinto, Corsica's highest peak at an altitude of 2706m. This new path provides a spectacular longer route to a higher altitude than the original Cirque route. We support the walk with our local guides and private accommodation owners, thus keeping to a minimum what you need to carry in your daypack.


Monte Cinto (2706m), versant nord par Asco

Monte Cinto: Le Monte Cinto depuis le Capu Biancu. Géographie; Altitude: 2 706 m [1] Massif: Massif du Monte Cinto (Massif corse) Coordonnées: 42° 22′ 47″ nord, 8° 56′ 44″ est [1] Administration; Pays: France: Région: Corse: Département: Haute-Corse: Ascension; Première: Édouard Rochat, le 6 juin 1882: Voie la plus facile


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Difficile 1450 m 8h Ascension du point culminant de la Corse par l'itinéraire au départ du Haut Asco. La vue évidemment est merveilleuse sur les grands sommets aux alentours (Pagla Orba.) sur l'ensemble de l'île et même sur l'île d'Elbe par temps clair.


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Description This hike in the Regional Natural Park of Corsica leads to Monte Cinto which is the highest peak in Corsica, at 2706 m altitude. The route passes through the Chapel a 'sa' Lisei, the sheepfold of Petra Pinzuta and the Refuge de l'Erco.


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15 days 4-13 h / day 176 km 11,440 m 11,390 m 2,643 43 Rough landscapes, loneliness, extreme heat, freezing cold and hardly any drinking water. Every morning at half past five, the alarm rings. Although that may not sound very inviting at first, for many, the GR20 is still a perfect hiking holiday. But, why?


Monte Cinto Paradisu der grosse Reiseführer für Korsika

Here you can see that despite the small difference in altitude, the goal has not yet been reached. To reach the summit we still have to tackle a longer traverse (I-II).. In an easy left loop we then reach the small summit cross of Monte Cinto 2706 m. The view is of course comprehensive, no summit is in the way. 1420 HM and a brisk 3 1/2 hrs.


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The Monte Cinto. The Monte Cinto is the highest summit on the island, it is 2706m alt. It is accessible from both the Niolu valley and Haut Asco. The GR20 leads from Haut Asco, which is a ski station, up to the Monte Cinto flanks and over the ridge. If you want to do the summit, you have to add on extra time and it is off the actual GR trail.


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TRAIL To tackle the iconic Monte Cinto climb set out from the car park at the Asco-Stagnu ski station (1422 m). From the trailhead, a strenuous 6 km route to the top gains 1400 m- even with high levels of fitness and determination the jagged peak will put your skills to the test.


LE MONT CINTO EN CORSE

There are 20 peaks that exceed 2000m, with the highest of the Corsican mountains being that of Monte Cinto at 2,706 m. It is equally one of the most prominent peaks of Europe. As a result of its prominence, the peak provides a both a close panorama over the island and also a possible one to distant mountains.


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This hike in the Regional Natural Park of Corsica starts from Haut Asco in Haute-Corse and takes you to the top of Monte Cinto. Culminating at 2706m, Monte Cinto is the highest peak in Corsica. The path follows the GR®20 route and the ascent to the ridge is extremely demanding. At the ridge you will leave the GR®20 to reach the summit. The trail follows the rocky ridge and offers spectacular.


Langue corse, Corse, Rivière

Cinto is characterized by rugged granitic terrain and volcanic rhyolites; Monte Cinto is the highest mountain of this region and there are many mountains at altitudes of 2500 meters. Retondo has similar landscape with a number of glacial lakes. The highest peak is Monte Retondo at 2625 meters of altitude.


Corsica Lacs Naturels Le lac du Cinto (lavu di u Cintu en corse) est un lac de HauteCorse

Geography Calasima, at 1,095 metres (3,593 ft) the highest village in Corsica With an altitude of 2,525 metres (8,284 ft), the Paglia Orba is located in the municipalities of Albertacce and Manso. It is nearly 200 metres (660 ft) lower than Monte Cinto. The Golo, the longest river in Corsica, rises at its feet.

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