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The Top 20 Mountain Passes in South Corsica

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in South Corsica and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.

Last updated: November 1, 2025

Bavella Pass

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The Bavella massif is one of the most beautiful hiking and climbing areas in Corsica. The island's character is particularly evident in the consistently rough cliffs and striking summit shapes. Top!

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Vergio Pass

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The Vergio Pass culminates at 1,467 meters above sea level. It connects Haute-Corse and Corse-du-Sud, as well as the two sides of the island, from the interior. It is one …

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Pargulu Pass

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The most beautiful view of the Bavella needles. In the north-south direction, it is the last big breath of air of the entire GR20. Enjoy the heights, the clouds, the rocky points, they are definitely worth the time.

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Verde Pass

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Very nice pass ride. At the top you can recharge your batteries in a cute “refuge”. Overnight accommodation is also offered.

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Bocca di Laparo

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At 1,525 meters above sea level, this pass is located on the GR 20 and Mare à Mare center trails. The pass offers beautiful views of the valley and the peaks that dominate it.

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Bocca a Reta

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The Bocca e Reta is the highest point of the stage 7. From the Castel de Vergio to 1.404 meters to the Bergeries de Vaccaghja to 1.621 meters are here already some altitude to climb.

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Notre-Dame-des-Neiges Statue at Col de Bavella

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Translated, 'Our Lady of the Snow' is a statue of Mary near the road of the mountain pass 'Col de Bavella', which is to protect against dangers in the mountains. …

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Ortu Pass

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Very beautiful view of the valley and the villages of Ota and Evisa.

For a panorama of the Gulf of Porto, continue towards the summit of Capu d'Orto.

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Col de Vaccia

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The Vaccia pass culminates at 1,191 meters above sea level. It thus connects Zicavo in Taravo to Aullène in Alta Rocca and offers a very beautiful view at its summit. …

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View of the Bavella Needles from Dame Jeanne

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Small dangling off the trail to the Trou de la Bomb with the red signature, which is worthwhile because of the great panorama. The view extends east to the sea. …

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The Top 20 Mountain Passes in South Corsica

Bavella Pass

Vergio Pass

Pargulu Pass

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Bocca di Laparo

Bocca a Reta

Notre-Dame-des-Neiges Statue at Col de Bavella

Ortu Pass

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