The highest peak of all the mountains in the region
With an altitude of 1767 metres, San Petrone has the highest peak of all the mountains in Castagniccia. On a clear day, its flat-top summit offers a remarkable view from the Corsican Cape to the east coast, a stunning view of the mountain range with the highest peaks of the island, an extraordinary panorama with the sea on both sides, a splendid view over the Tuscan Archipelago, and sometimes even the Italian coastline. Its shale slopes are covered with chestnut and beech forests and thick, dense vegetation. At its feet, you can see a multitude of hamlets and traditional villages scattered in a sea of green. Once you have reached the summit, you will discover a beautiful wrought iron cross, the walled statue of San Petru, and breath-taking views. A viewpoint indicator is also present to show the name of the villages and peaks seen from San Petrone.
Getting There:
The ascent can be made from the eastern slope of the hamlet of Campodonico (not far from Pedicroce), from the western slope of the villages of Saliceto and Gavignano, or via the Col de Pratu (on the road to Ponte Leccia - A Porta). In any case, the route totals 6 km with a total walking time ranging from 5h to 6h, and elevation differences ranging between 900 m (Campodonico), 1,000 m (Saliceto or Gavignano), and 800 m (from the Col de Pratu). Once the peak is reached, admire the magnificent wrought iron cross, the walled statue of San Petru and a breathtaking panorama. An orientation table also shows the names of the villages and peaks that can be observed from this vantage.
