Country trails
The Sentiers de Pays take you to the heart of the Alta Rocca to discover unspoilt landscapes, forgotten hamlets and spectacular viewpoints. These signposted walking routes offer you an authentic immersion in the forests, mountains and rural heritage. Explore the soul of the region on foot, step by step.
Serra-di-Scopamena - Aullene - Serra-di-Scopamena
A country loop offering magnificent views of the region, linking the villages of Serra-di-Scopamena and Aullène. The Punta di a Cucciurpula (1,164 m) can be reached in an extra hour round trip from the Col d'Arghja La Foce.
To discover along the way
- the villages of Serra-di-Scopamena and Aullene
- Saint Antioche Chapel
- the Bocca d'Arja Petrosa
- views of the Aiguilles de Bavella mountain range
- Punta di a Cucciurpula (optional)
Beaconing
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IGN map
Aerial photos / IGN
Map of slopes (IGN map)
Map 1950 / IGN
Staff map (1820-1866)
Open Street Map
Gîte d'étape Le Scopos
Stopover gîte located on several hiking routes, including the Mare a Mare Sud trail
Accommodation and catering
Serra-di-Scopamena heritage trail
The heritage trail takes in the village, its chestnut grove and its rich heritage, with its "u siccatoghju" chestnut dryer, its "u fragnu" water mill, its old vegetable gardens, fountains and wash-house.
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Intersection with the road
Watch out for traffic!
Continue along the road
A Strada di Rinucciu interpretation trail
This trail takes you to the Cucciurpula site, whose summit dominates the entire Alta Rocca region, offering a magnificent panorama. Many heritage features that reflect the life of the area are still present: charcoal kilns, threshing floors and many other surprises await you along the way.
Da piaghja a muntagna interpretation trail
The history of Aullène is deeply marked by the ancestral transhumance of shepherds and their flocks, at the crossroads of the three historic regions of Alta-Rocca, Haut-Taravo and Freto.
Punta di a Cucciurpula
This summit rises to an altitude of 1,141 metres and offers a 360° panoramic view of the surrounding area, the village of Serra-di-Scopamena, the Aiguilles de Bavella, the expanse of the Cuscionu...
Serra di Scopamena water mill
On the Serra di Scopamena Heritage Trail, stands U Fragnu, the water mill fed by an aqueduct, proudly restored and equipped with interpretive panels. Throughout the year, it hosts exhibitions and guided heritage tours. A fine example of vernacular architecture.
Chapel of Saint Antioche
Every first Sunday in August, the village begins a procession from the church to the chapel, with a representation of the saint Antiochu, celebrating the Transfiguration and contributing to the village festival. Until the Second World War, the "Fiera di Sant'Antiochu" (Saint Antiochus Fair) in Aullène was one of the most important livestock fairs in Corsica.
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Cross
Continue straight on to finish the loop
Turn left to climb the Punta di a Cucciurpula (1 hour round trip)