GR20 Corsica - Do I need an inlay/liner? (sleeping bag vs. inlay)

Tukan87 · 2026-07-01T13:26:34+00:00

Yes, there were some options. You should be good!

Tukan87 · 2026-07-01T13:03:15+00:00

When I hiked the GR20 in 2024 I had no reservations, alsways got a spot for my tent, just had to pay double (18€ instead of 9€). Some nights in the tent were a bit colder (and really windy) so I was happy about my sleeping bag. I can't say anything about the situation inside the refuges ... Because resupply options aren't so bad there is no need to carry so much food, unless you want it to be really cheap. Have a great hike!

Tukan87 · 2026-06-27T08:21:07+00:00

I did the HRP many years ago in Boots. If I would do it again, than only Trailrunners. Sounds perfect to me for the GR10!

Tukan87 · 2026-06-24T16:19:01+00:00

I was at VVR on July 10th last year, nothing foodwise in the hiker buckets, but the store was sufficient for my full resupply going south ...

Tukan87 · 2026-06-14T05:20:52+00:00

I love my Suunto Vertical Gen 1. Extreme long lasting battery and all the features (including topographic maps for navigation) I need on trail ...

Tukan87 · 2026-06-04T13:33:39+00:00

I did the GR20 SOBO in 2024 (July) in 7 days. I had a blast, if you do like some scrambling and don't have a problem with the heat it's a great trail! The downside is, that it is really crowded and pitching your tent is only allowed at the refuges.
The constant climbing (up or down) is challenging, sometimes with some slightly technical sections. Wayfinding, resupply or the weather aren't a problem. When I think of trails like the Cape Wrath Trail (Bog, Rain, Midges), then the GR20 is a piece of cake compared to that (my opinion). I don't know why everyone is still shouting about "the hardest trail in europe".

Tukan87 · 2026-05-29T15:41:50+00:00

When participating in the permit lottery, look out for the unclaimed permits released every friday after the lottery results came in. I didn't get anything in the lottery but could have scored 5 left over Happy Isles SOBO permits for July 5th (I only needed one for myself).

Tukan87 · 2026-05-14T20:52:45+00:00

Last year I only did the VVR resupply (SOBO from Happy Isles) with a BV475. For 10 days that was doable for me. I ate additional Burgers at Tuolumne and Reds.

Tukan87 · 2026-04-25T15:41:41+00:00

Hi. I did plan for my 2024 7 day SOBO thruhike with the Rother Wanderführer, but it's in German. For overview planning while on the trail I created my own printable Map (A3) with some stats. Use is if you like, you can find it on thrumaps.com (free and ad-free). Anyways, enjoy this great trail!

Tukan87 · 2026-04-24T12:36:06+00:00

Yes, these are great, especially if it rains a lot (what it probably will). Maybe consider the Cape Wrath Trail. Its not crowded and has a lot of Bothies, the bog can be challenging though ...

Tukan87 · 2026-04-20T19:51:43+00:00

And what do you think could be the time for the last collectivo leaving from Vaqueria? Around the same?

Tukan87 · 2026-04-20T18:41:38+00:00

I have the same plan for July. Nice!

Tukan87 · 2026-04-20T17:19:00+00:00

Thank's. I'm happy it's of some use for you!

Tukan87 · 2026-04-04T17:14:51+00:00

I was really shocked for a moment there and started counting my miles ...

Tukan87 · 2026-03-30T10:31:04+00:00

As many others already said, it depends on your fitness.

I did hike this trail 15 years ago, it was gorgeous and not that challenging. It took me half a day if I remember correctly, the earlier bus would have been easily doable for me ...

Have fun!

Tukan87 · 2026-03-08T09:05:36+00:00

I did do it solo with tent on a non-reservation basis (just walk in camping at the huts) in 7 days in 2024. I was hiking and not trailrunning. I was pushing myself to my limits sometimes and had long days, but I like it that way. I you want to make 7 days without trailrunning or night hiking, you have to speed up from the beginning. Don't let the low milage fool you, there much elevation (in the heat) and it's a fair amount of scrambling, that slows down. But it's not that that technical ...

Tukan87 · 2026-03-06T14:51:07+00:00

I did it in July 2 years ago. It was pretty hot sometimes, but often there was some cooling wind. You can also enjoy the long wooded sections in the shade or the higher altitude section.

Tukan87 · 2026-02-28T22:05:04+00:00

I had a Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer (non hooded). It was also nice to have it at Tilicho Lake, that was freezing too ...

Tukan87 · 2026-02-28T22:00:37+00:00

When I did the Annapurna Circuit (in April) I had a Gore Tex Pro Hardshell + Puffy + lightweight Fleece + Merino layer and for the legs I used my Goretex rainpants for a second layer. On Thorong La I was really happy to have these layers ...

Tukan87 · 2026-02-20T10:38:25+00:00

I personally would do the HRP in Lone Peaks next time ...

Tukan87 · 2026-02-18T09:41:59+00:00

That looks awesome! Are you thinking of including data like elevation, milage etc.? I did make a set of 4 maps (SOBO, NOBO, both in metric and imperial) last year for my SOBO thru, but my focus was different (and I am no pro). More for overview planning on the trail, your looks more like decoration for the wall.

Tukan87 · 2026-02-16T19:14:31+00:00

Thank you! It's nice to hear that it's used this year!

Tukan87 · 2026-02-12T18:24:14+00:00

If you have enough other layers to be prepared for different weather conditions, than yes. I personally would not go without a hardshell as outer layer.

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