Trails in Corse-du-Sud

This small island paradise of over four thousand square kilometers offers you an exceptional playground every day 🤩. From the vibrant prefecture of Ajaccio to the secret and suspended alleys of Sartène, each step is a real visual treat 📸. You can joyfully align yourself for a mountain race with breathtaking views over the blue waves of the Mediterranean 🌊. Did you know that it is precisely here, under the protection of the Moor's Head, that the illustrious Napoleon Bonaparte was born in 1769? 👑 If he had known our modern era, he surely would have traded his bicorne for sneakers for a totally epic trail in Corse-du-Sud 👟. Get ready to unmercifully cross stunning landscapes, from the grandiose Aiguilles de Bavella to the impressive white cliffs of Bonifacio ⛵. The local rocky terrain will put your ankles to the test on steep trails 🪨.

To tackle the famous Corsican elevation without faltering, you'll need particularly strong thighs and a will of steel 😅. Nothing beats a nice plate of Corsican cheeses with fresh Brocciu and a slice of figatellu to recharge after the effort 🧀. However, beware not to encounter a hungry wild boar in full sprint in the state forest 🐗. It's this local diet that helped the great Lambert Santelli shatter the record of the mythical GR20 in thirty hours and twenty-five minutes! 🔥 Imagine the phenomenal speed of the man on these ultra-technical and rugged trails ⏱️. You will almost feel his presence as you proudly take on a coastal race near the beaches of Porto-Vecchio 🏖️. The agility of a wild goat will be your best asset in the screes 🐐.

The biodiversity here is of rare richness, with immense laricio pines and a fragrant maquis that scents every kilometer covered 🌲. This god-blessed department also hides the splendid Scandola nature reserve for lovers of preserved nature 🌿. The race in Corse-du-Sud has become a genuine local religion, gathering passionate crowds every weekend ⛰️. The locals will cheer you on with joyful encouragement and their beautiful accent steeped in ancestral Corsu to push you to your limits 🎒. It's the perfect time to choose the competition that will make you a true maquis warrior 🏆.

Among the must-attend events, you absolutely must try the sublime Trail Napoléon that will majestically dominate the entire Gulf of Ajaccio 🏃. If you love conviviality, quickly register for the warm Spassighjata in Bonifacio or the very demanding Trail I Tre Paesi 🍻. Let's not forget the formidable Trail de Monaccia and the magnificent Trail de Bonifacio that will make your lungs burn with good humor 🥵. All these wonderful organizations promise to send you home with an unforgettable medal around your neck 🏅.