When to do the GR20 north?

The best time to do the northern part of the GR20 is generally from June to September, when the weather conditions are most favourable and the temperatures pleasant for hiking. July can be a good alternative to avoid the early season crowds. The busiest periods are late June and early September. It is important to note that, depending on the year, snow can remain until early summer on many of the high altitude sections.

What type of accommodation is available on the GR20 North?

Accommodation is mainly in PNRC refuges, with the option of sleeping in dormitories or tents. At Asco, Vergio and Vizzavona, the GR20 crosses the road, offering the possibility of sleeping in private gîtes or hotels. However, this may mean that the stages are divided up differently.

Equipment and clothing for leisure cycling

05 February 2022

Insider Tips

Groupe de cyclistes en Corse dans les Calanche de Piana

What equipment do I need for a cycling holiday in Corsica? What clothes should I bring? These are questions you often ask us. The list of recommended equipment varies according to the type of cyclist (occasional or regular), the budget allocated to the equipment, the period of the trip and its difficulty

Cycling equipment: finding the perfect balance between comfort and budget

Essential clothing for cycling

"We took too many clothes" is a lesson that most cyclists learn after their first trip! What's essential depends on you, your equipment and your budget.
The thing you dread most when cycling is being too hot or too cold. Whether you're travelling in hot weather, riding in the rain or battling the cold, it's not always easy to plan clothing for all weathers! In our clothing lists, we recommend a multi-layer system that can be adapted to suit the season and the type of trip: sport or leisure cycling.

So instead of taking the right outfit for every situation, playing with layers allows you to adapt and regulate the temperature to suit each situation.

A base layer: try to aim for light, technical clothing such as cycling T-shirts, although running T-shirts are also very suitable.
A middle layer: for colder seasons, add a second, thicker breathable layer to suit the temperature and the effort involved: a jacket or long-sleeved technical T-shirt.
An outer layer: this will protect you from the elements (wind and rain). Choose a water-resistant garment such as GoreTex to prevent you from sweating.

You don't need to spend a lot to be well equipped!

Competition cycling shorts cost around €250, so you can buy a complete outfit for beginners at this price.

Goggles: €15
Helmet: €50
Cycling jersey: from €20 to €40
Gloves: €10
Cycling shorts: from €30 to €50
Socks: €10

You can invest as you go along, depending on your needs and how much you ride. At the start, if you only ride in the summer months, you can set off with just your helmet, a running T-shirt and a good pair of padded shorts.

Essential clothing for cycling in Corsica

One or two pairs of padded shorts
Lightweight trousers
Technical T-shirts
A fleece jacket
A waterproof, breathable jacket
A pair of gloves
A hat
Sports shoes (such as tennis shoes) that you feel comfortable in.
Cycling helmet
Cycling bottle
Sun cream, lip balm
Sunglasses

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