Parks and nature in Corsica

Mountain, Lookout

The mountain pass with its beautiful scenery of rock towers is a true paradise for those interested in hiking. At an altitude of 1,218 m, there is a saddle around which the rock towers known as the Aiguilles de Bavella rise, changing colour from ochre to gold during the day. The area around Bavella is ideal for hiking, with plenty of marked and unmarked trails, but climbing and canyoning enthusiasts will also enjoy the area. [btn "The 10 best…

Tourist town, Cliff, Staircase, Fortress

Bonifacio is a fortified medieval town situated on chalk-white cliffs on the southernmost tip of Corsica. It lies just 12 km from Sardinia and therefore serves as one of the main ports for ferries from this Italian island. Bonifacio is a popular tourist resort with complete facilities and many attractions. In Corsican, the town is called Bunifaziu or also Bonifacio. Book a car in Corsica The 10 best accommodations in Corsica Bonifacio has…

Natural formation, Coast

Calanche is a unique area of rock formations of orange and pink granite and cliffs that rise 250-300 m above the coastline near the village of Piana above the bay of Porto. The bizarre formations are often associated with animal and human figures. Legend has it that the devil created them in a fit of rage. In fact, they are the result of atypical erosion caused by wind and sea. The area is protected by UNESCO. Car rental in Corsica Cheapest…

Mountain

Monte Cinto, with its altitude of 2,706 m, is the highest peak in Corsica. The climb to its summit is quite challenging, as is the subsequent descent. Although climbing Monte Cinto does not require climbing equipment, experience in rock climbing or ferrata will come in handy. Some passages are indeed very rocky and very steep. If you do decide to make the climb, be sure to pack plenty of fluids for the journey. [btn "The 10 best hotels in…

Hiking trail, Fortress, Cathedral

Saint-Florent is a fishing town on the north coast of the island, characterised by its Genoese tower, picturesque streets and a harbour full of yachts. It is nicknamed "little Saint Tropez". Not only in the town, but also to the west of it, there are secluded sandy beaches alternating with rocky shores. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-florent] Sights and…

National Park, Coast

Scandola is a unique nature reserve consisting of both land and sea. In 1983 it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The reserve contains a large number of terrestrial and submarine Mediterranean fauna and flora. Dolphins and sea lions can be spotted in the sea and there are more than 450 species of seaweed and other aquatic plants. There are also some unusual species of fish, colonies of gulls and cormorants living on the reefs…

Cape

On your way to the famous Calanques de Piana coast, be sure to stop at Capo Rosso, the westernmost point of Corsica. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-caporosso] Capo Rosso, or the Red Cape, is named for the reddish colour of the dramatic-looking rocks, which are particularly noticeable here at sunset. The entire Calanche coastline will absolutely mesmerise you…

Valley

The valley with the Figarella river, which flows from the massifs below the highest mountain Monte Cinto northwards towards Calvi, is one of the most popular places for trekking and swimming in the mountain pools. [btn "Find the cheapest accommodation in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-figarella] Natural pools and hiking The main attraction of the valley are the natural pools of the…

Archipelago, Sandy beach

Several small, secluded granite islands and cliffs with sandy beaches, known as the Lavezzi archipelago, are among the most popular tips for a trip to southern Corsica. [btn "Find a hotel in Bonifacio" https://www.booking.com/city/fr/bonifacio.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-corsica-lavezzi] The archipelago lies in the Bonifacio Strait separating Corsica from Sardinia, Italy, and consists of two main islands: the inhabited Cavallo and the…

Valley

The wide and steep valley through which the road winds from the Bavella Pass to the coast to the town of Solenzara is ideal for many stops and hikes in the spectacular landscape of the Corsican mountains. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-purcaraccia] Cascades of Polischell or Purcaraccia? One of the most famous and popular routes is the trail through the deep…

Lake, Hiking trail

One of the most popular mountain treks in Corsica takes you to the beautiful mountain lakes of Lac de Melu and Lac de Capitello (sometimes spelled Capitello) below the Monte Rotondo massif. These mountain lakes lie at an altitude of around 1 800 metres and offer some of the most beautiful views in all of Corsica. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-melu] Melu i…

Valley

Thanks to its unspoilt nature, the Restonica River Valley is one of the most beautiful places in Corsica and a popular destination for hiking and road-tripping. The Restonica River winds its way through the pine forests, dotted with granite boulders, while the open views of the majestic Monte Rotondo massif, almost 2,700 metres high, appear every now and then between the treetops. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com…

Valley, Lookout

The wild Gorges de Spelunca, with the winding Tavulella river that winds its way through several hundred metres of pinkish granite rocks, is one of the top Corsican attractions and should not be missed. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-spelunca] In fact, the Spelunca is one of the most massive granite canyons in all of Europe, stretching over 3km between the…

Mountain, Lookout

The Col de Vergio is located just a few kilometres up the famous Spelunca Gorge and, with an altitude of 1,477 metres, is the highest road pass in Corsica. If you are a road-trip lover, the Col de Vergio is not to be missed. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-vergio] Hiking and magical views The area around the Vergio Pass is a fairy-tale beautiful place. A dense…

Valley

Over 30 km long, the valley of the Asco river with the village of the same name in the middle of the road is one of the most beautiful regions in Corsica and a popular place for hiking and rafting on the wild mountain river. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-asco] The Asco Canyon starts near the town of Ponte Leccia and ends at an altitude of over 1,400 metres at…

Valley

Corsica is full of waterfalls, river cascades and photogenic valleys, but the Cascade des Anglais on the Agnone River is one of the most beautiful and most visited. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-anglais] A place to relax on the GR-20 The English Cascades were already popular on a large scale at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries with English tourists…

Archipelago, Lookout, Lighthouse

One of the most beautiful places to watch the sunsets and the sea is just a few kilometres from Ajaccio. The Îles Sanguinaires archipelago, known as the Blood Islands, consists of 4 small islands scattered in the sea off Cape Pointe de la Parata, where the best views can be seen. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-sanguinaires] Although the origins of the name…

Waterfall

Piscia di Gallo is the highest waterfall in Corsica. It is located in the Ospedale mountains and is formed by the Palavesani stream flowing from a dam about 2 km above the waterfall. From the plateau, it falls 70 metres into a narrow gorge which continues down the canyon towards the sea. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-gallo] You'll find the waterfall amidst…

Mountain

At 2,622 metres, Monte Rotondo is the second highest mountain in Corsica and is only 84 metres behind Monte Cinto. According to many tourists, Mount Rotondo offers the most beautiful views of any mountain in Corsica. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-rotondo] As far as the eye can see, the seemingly endless Corsican mountains appear below you as you look out from…

Pebble beach, Village, Coast

The village of Nonza is one of the most beautiful spots on the northern tip of Corsica and a popular destination when wandering along the coast. It has a small historic centre literally stuck on a rock promontory 110 metres above the sea, dominated by a watchtower dating back to the Genoese Republic. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-nonza] The rest of the small…

Sandy beach, Coast

The area around Pointe de Sperone boasts three beautiful beaches and is a popular destination for trips from the nearby town of Bonifacio, one of the most visited in Corsica. [btn "Choose a hotel by the beach" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-sperone] The very rugged coastline around the headland creates beautiful coves, viewpoints and the green formerly agricultural landscape has been transformed…

Waterfall

The Manganello River (sometimes spelled Manganella), flowing down from the massifs of the Monto Rotondo Mountain, creates magical waterfalls for many kilometres of its course, falling from the rock benches and creating hundreds of smaller and larger pools. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking.com/region/fr/corse.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korsika-manganello] Cascading rivers are commonplace in Corsica and you'll find…

Lake, Hiking trail

The mountain lake of Nino is situated on a wide plateau between the two sides of the highest Corsican mountains. A trip to Lac de Nino will take you to a completely different landscape than the much-loved cramped canyons full of waterfalls or sharp rock massifs. On the way to Lac de Nino, you'll find wide green plains full of grazing semi-wild horses and fragrant forests of black pine. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corsica" https://www.booking…