Genoese towers are the round towers that are spread out along the coast of Corsica and were built by the Genoese from the middle of the 16th century to protect themselves from North African Muslim pirates. They complemented a series of square towers previously built by the Pisans, but they also built this shape (e.g. Tour de Nonza).

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January 23, 2025

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The Tower of Capu di Muru (Corsican: torra di Capu di Muru, pronounced [ˈtɔrra di ˈkapu di ˈmuru]; French: Tour de Capu di Muru) is a Genoese tower in the commune of Coti-Chiavari on the west coast of Corsica. The tower is located at a height of 100 metres on the Capu di Muru headland.

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April 4, 2016

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An old Genoese defense tower, which can be climbed for free and offers a beautiful view over the bay.

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1. Tour of the Capu di Muru Peninsula

8.53km

02:23

170m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Capu di Muru Tower – Tower loop from Forêt de Capu Neru

5.08km

01:25

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Capu di Muru Tower – Tower loop from Forêt de Capu Neru

9.09km

02:37

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 130 m

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Location: Coti-Chiavari, Ajaccio, Corsica, France

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Capu di Muru Tower

1. Tour of the Capu di Muru Peninsula

2. Capu di Muru Tower – Tower loop from Forêt de Capu Neru

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