GR20 (Corsica) — Stages 5–7: Tighjettu to Petra Piana
~3 days · 23.5 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the GR20 (Corsica) — Stages 5–7: Tighjettu to Petra Piana is known for
Stages 5–7 of GR20 (Corsica) is an official 42 km point-to-point section from Refuge de Tighjettu trail node (OSM node 309323791) to Refuge de Petra Piana trail node (OSM node 5964136184).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 14,498 ft to 23,163 ft over 23.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 10.6 mi · 45%
- Downhill 10.6 mi · 45%
- Flat 2.1 mi · 9%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the GR20 (Corsica) — Stages 5–7: Tighjettu to Petra Piana?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the GR20 (Corsica) — Stages 5–7: Tighjettu to Petra Piana scores 40/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the GR20 (Corsica) — Stages 5–7: Tighjettu to Petra Piana take?
Most backpackers hike the GR20 (Corsica) — Stages 5–7: Tighjettu to Petra Piana in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 23.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the GR20 (Corsica) — Stages 5–7: Tighjettu to Petra Piana?
The GR20 (Corsica) — Stages 5–7: Tighjettu to Petra Piana climbs roughly 10,436 ft total — about 444 ft per mile, topping out near 7,254 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.