The Agriates coastal path, from Saint-Florent to the Ostriconi

The coastal path, a former customs officers' trail, runs along the whole coast of the Agriates Desert between the Ostriconi and Roya beach in Saint-Florent. Walking it end to end takes two to three days, about 40 km, with nights at the Ghignu huts and the Saleccia campsite, the only places where sleeping is allowed. As a day walk, the most popular stretch links Lotu to Saleccia in about 45 minutes. The path is marked and maintained by the coastal rangers, but has almost no shade or water: drinking water is only found at Saleccia.

The stages

Source: Rectoverso, itinerary updated in July 2021. Walking it the other way, from Saint-Florent to the Ostriconi, is just as common.

A marked trail, made tough by the heat

The path hugs the coast, goes from cove to cove and crosses a few rocky headlands. It is not technically difficult; the real challenge is the exposure. There is almost no shade, no village and, according to Rectoverso, drinking water only at Saleccia. In summer, set off at dawn and carry several litres of water per person. The Corsican regional authority’s coastal rangers maintain and patrol the path.

As a day walk: Lotu to Saleccia

This is the busiest stretch. Take the shuttle from Saint-Florent to Lotu, walk about 45 minutes west to Saleccia, and come back to Lotu or by RIB. Spassighj’Agriate sold this combination for €22 to €30 in 2026. Another option: set off on foot from Roya beach in Saint-Florent.

Nights

Only two places: the Ghignu huts, old shepherds’ shelters with no water or mattresses, and the U Paradisu campsite at Saleccia. Wild camping is banned on the beaches and Conservatoire land, patrolled by the coastal rangers. See camping and huts.

Before you go

The prefecture can ban access to the massifs during alerts: check the day before. Kit list and tips: how to plan your day. For the season, see when to go.