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Pointe de Pozzo di Borgo

Pointe de Pozzo di Borgo, Summit in Alata, Corsica, France

The Pointe de Pozzo di Borgo is a summit in the hills above Alata, about 4 km north of Ajaccio, Corsica. It rises 764 metres above sea level, with 587 metres of prominence over the surrounding terrain, and stands on the island of Corsica. The nearest higher peak, Pointe Sant'Elisco, lies 18.6 km to the south-west.

The summit takes its name from the Pozzo di Borgo family, who held prominence in Corsica from the 1400s onward. This local noble family shaped the region throughout subsequent centuries.

The summit lies in the commune of Alata, about 4 km north of Ajaccio, on the island of Corsica. Its name recalls the Pozzo di Borgo family, Corsican nobles whose lineage is documented from the 15th century; Carlo Andrea Pozzo di Borgo became a diplomat in Russian service. The peak rises 764 m, with 587 m of prominence over the surrounding terrain.

Multiple hiking paths reach the summit, with spring and early fall providing the best visibility and pleasant weather for visitors. The climb is moderate and the trails are easily accessible from nearby Ajaccio.

The summit rises 764 metres above sea level, 587 metres above the surrounding terrain, and stands 4.2 km north-west of Ajaccio. The nearest higher peak is Pointe Sant'Elisco, 1,226 metres high and 18.6 km to the south-west. The mountain lies on the island of Corsica.

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177 m
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Punta Pozzo Di Borgo, 20167 Alata, France
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41.95324,8.70055
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