Alcudina, Granite mountain summit in Corsica, France
Alcudina is a granite summit standing at 2134 meters in the southernmost mountain range of Corsica and forms the highest point in the region. Steep rocky slopes and pine forests surround the peak and extend down toward the plateau below.
The peak marks a natural boundary that has long divided northern and southern Corsica in the minds of local communities. This geographic line shaped territorial awareness and regional identity through many generations.
Shepherds bring their flocks to the plateau below the summit during warm months, keeping alive a herding tradition that shapes how people use this high ground. The seasonal movement of animals and herds remains part of daily life here.
Climbing to the summit is a full-day undertaking that requires stamina and good planning, with a mountain shelter available for those who need to rest overnight. Bring sturdy footwear, plenty of water, and a map, and plan to start in good weather.
On clear days, visitors can see the entire southern Corsican coastline from the summit and observe both the Tyrrhenian and Mediterranean seas at once. This wide perspective reveals how close the island sits to nearby territories across the water.
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