Corsica · Hiking

Cardo-Glacieres

An out-and-back trail, 1.5 miles each way (3.0 miles round trip) in Corsica, France.

1.5 mi
round trip: 1,637 ft
climb: 2,642 ft
high point: Out and back
route

Cardo-Glacieres is an out-and-back trail, 1.5 miles each way (3.0 miles round trip) in Corsica, France. It runs between about 1,190 ft and 2,640 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,550 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Ville-di-Pietrabugno, about 1.0 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Serra di Pigno, Monte Murzaio and Monte Pinzutu. For camping, Camping Les Sables Rouges and A Stella are within about 6 miles. There are 2 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Cardo-Glacieres for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.