The Aiguilles de Bavella
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Les aiguilles de Bavella
Located in Upper Corsica, a few kilometers above Solenzara, the Bavella Needles (Aiguilles de Bavella) mountain range is one of the jewels of Corsica’s uplands.
The Bavella Needles are the heart of the Bavella range, made up of 7 towers that once divided northern and southern Corsica.
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Tower no. 1: La Punta di l'Acellu, 1,588 meters above sea level.
- Tower no. 2: Punta di l'Ariettu, 1,591 meters above sea level.
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Tower no. 3: Punta di a Vacca, 1,611 meters above sea level.
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Tower 4: Punta u Pargulu, 1,780 meters above sea level.
- Tower 5: Punta Longa, 1,830 meters above sea level.
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Tower 6: Punta Alta, 1,850 meters above sea level.
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Tower 7: Punta Lola, 1,840 meters above sea level.
The Bavella Needles are the crossing point for the GR20 and are criss-crossed by numerous hiking trails. Here are some of the most beautiful waterfalls and natural pools in Corsica.
In our complete guide to the Bavella Needles, you’ll find everything you need to visit. The Purcaraccia waterfalls, the natural pools of Solenzara and the bomb hole will soon hold no secrets for you.
If you prefer the beaches of southern Corsica, we advise you to explore the Calanques de Piana.
Map Bavella Needles
Getting to the Bavella Needles
From Porto-Vecchio:
If you are on holiday in the Porto-Vecchio region, head for Solenzara on the T10 road. When you arrive in Solenzara, head for the Col de Bavella and pay to park in the Bavella Needles car park.
Duration Porto-Vecchio / Bavella Needles: 1h10mn
From Bastia:
If you’re on holiday in northern Corsica, you’ll need to take the T10 road towards Solenzara. Just as you enter the village of Solenzara head towards the Pass of Bavella. On arrival, there is a charge for parking at Bavella.
Duration Bastia / Bevella Needles: 2h35mn
From Ajaccio.
From Ajaccio, take the D420 towards Zonza, then Bavella. Be careful, the mountain roads are tricky in Corsica. Parking at the Bavella Needles is free.
The Purcaraccia waterfalls:
Duration Ajaccio / Bavella Needles: 2h
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The Purcaraccia waterfalls:
The Purcaraccia river runs for 5 kilometres through the Bavella Needles before emptying into the Solenzara river. Over time, the waters of the Purcaraccia have carved out a gorge in the heart of the Bavella peaks, forming a series of stunning waterfalls and natural pools of crystal-clear water. Without doubt the most beautiful waterfalls in Corsica.
The walk to the Purcaraccia waterfalls takes 1h30. The hike is moderately difficult. The waterfalls are accessible to all. For this reason, they are very popular in summer. We advise you to come early to visit the waterfalls in the best conditions.
Located between the Bavella pass and the village of Solenzara, the natural pools of the Solenzara river are among the most beautiful in Corsica. If you’re feeling more sporty, you can opt for a canyoning trip between the various Purcaraccia waterfalls.
The natural pools of Solenzara:
Located between the Bavella pass and the village of Solenzara, the natural pools of the Solenzara river are among the most beautiful in Corsica. Along the way you can park your car and set off to discover the natural pools of Solenzara. Formed by the streams of the Bavella Needles, the Solenzara river offers you pure, refreshing water with a breathtaking view.
Without doubt the most famous hike in the region. The bomb hole (Le Trou de La Bombe).
Without doubt the most famous hike in the region. The bomb hole hike follows a winding path from the Bavella pass and is not very difficult, with only a slight difference in altitude. The view over the whole of the Zonza region is stunning. The hiking trail takes you to the famous bomb hole, which is in fact a natural opening. If you’re careful, you can get inside the hole to enjoy the view.
The tour of the Bavella Needles
An integral part of the GR20, the ‘tour des aiguilles’ trail offers a magnificent view of the entire mountain range. Starting from the Bavella pass, the path makes a loop, making it easy to return to the car park. The hike is fairly long and the gradient significant. It will take you 5 hours to complete the hike from the pass.
The Alta Rocca: The villages of Zonza and Quenza
The Bavella mountain range lies in the Alta Rocca region. Starting from the village of Zonza, you’ll pass through the mountain village of Quenza. The walk offers a magical view of the Alta Rocca and the Bavella massif, with not much difference in altitude.
The Leccia cross (La croix de Leccia)
Starting from the village of Quenza, the Leccia Cross hike is a 2-hour loop through the Bavella peaks.
In the Alta Rocca, close to the Bavella massif,In the Alta Rocca, close to the Bavella massif,There is a charge for parking at the Quenza start.
The Coscione plateau.
At an altitude of 1500 metres, come and discover wild Corsica.
gives you a glimpse of heaven.In the Alta Rocca, close to the Bavella massif, the cosicone plateau This jewel of the Corsican mountains is easy to get to, with only a slight gradientgives you a glimpse of heaven. At an altitude of 1500 metres, come and discover wild Corsica.
At an altitude of 1500 metres, come and discover wild Corsica.
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I’m Paul-Marie, 38 years old, I grew up in the village of Bavella, I’m passionate about mountains and with this website I wanted to make you curious about the Purcaraccia waterfall and the wonders of the Bavella peaks.
