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Beaches on the seaside resorts of the Corsica region in France
Beaches and resorts in Corsica
There are over 1000 km of Coasts and sandy beaches in Corsica. Unlike the mainland, Corsica coastline is preserved from real estate pressure. The Coastline Conservation authority has nearly 200 km of coastline (Agriates, Testa Ventilègne and Campomoro Sentetosa).
There are many beaches in Corsica. Access is not always easy, but it guarantees peace of mind. From the secluded little cove known only by the locals to the great famous beach, our team tries to show you every bathing site in Corsica. Thanks to our beach maps of Corsica, you can easily find the various beaches of Corsica by following our instructions. Be careful, many of the beaches are not monitored; swimming is therefore at your own risk.
There are several interesting sites in the north of the "Ile de beauté". The most famous beaches of Northern Corsica are in the Gulf of Saint-Florent in the Agriates desert (Saleccia beach), in Cap Corsica (Barcaggio beach) or on the East Coast with long sandy beaches that are more reassuring than the Eastern beaches of the coast of Corsica.
Corsica’s Southern beaches are different from the northern ones. The Gulf of Porto-Vecchio offers some of the most beautiful beaches in Corsica: Palombaggia, Santa Giulia and Rondinara are the most famous. The Gulf of Ajaccio is also rich with Capo di Feno beach in a green area and Mare e Sole beach in Pietrosella.
List of beaches on the seaside resorts of the Corsica region
Beaches in Ajaccio (South Corsica)
Ajaccio is located on the western part of Corsica between Porto and Bonifacio.Located between sea and mountains, the beaches at Ajaccio are among the most beautiful beaches of Corsica.
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Beaches in Nonza (Haute-Corse)
Nonza is a small village in Corsica 20 km north of the seaside resort of Saint-Florent. This former medieval platform with its defence tower overlooks the sea and the famous Nonza Beach covered in grey pebbles.
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Beaches in Saint-Florent (Haute-Corse)
The seaside resort of St-Florent, located in the Nebbio region in Corsica, south of Cap Corse, is one of the chicest destinations in Corsica. It is often described as a small Saint-Tropez.
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Beaches in Bastia (Haute-Corse)
Located at the beginning of Cap Corse, in the northeast of Corsica, Bastia’s seaside resort has the privilege of being a city of art and history and of being located at the crossroads of France and Italy.
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Beaches in Porto-Vecchio (South Corsica)
Porto Vecchio, seaside resort and tourist capital of Corsica, is located southeast of the Corsica island on the east coast. Porto Vecchio’s reputation comes from its beaches.
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Beaches in Palasca (Haute-Corse)
The village of Palasca is located in Haute-Corse in Balagne at the beginning of the desert of the Agriates. This village is famous for long Ostriconi Beach and dunes.
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Beaches in Porticcio (South Corsica)
Porticcio is a seaside resort in southern Corsica in the Gulf of Ajaccio. This is one of the most important tourist destinations close to Ajaccio.
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Beaches in Farinole (Haute-Corse)
Located near Patrimonio and ten kilometres north of Saint-Florent, the little hilltop village of Farinole has two beaches, one is covered in pebbles and the other in sand.
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Beaches in Olmeta-di-Capocorso (Haute-Corse)
Olmeta in Haute-Corse is located in the Cap Corse between Farinole and Nonza on the west coast. Its small Marine of Negru is the major point of interest of this commune of Corsica.
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Beaches in Cargèse (South Corsica)
An hour from the city of Ajaccio, the seaside resort of Cargèse is discovered and with her its fine sand beaches and its beautiful landscapes.
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Beaches in Sagone (South Corsica)
The small seaside resort of Sagone is known for its rich history and beautiful beaches, which attract many tourists every year. Holidaymakers are attracted by the 4 sandy beaches of Sagone.
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Beaches in Appietto (South Corsica)
About thirty kilometres north of Ajaccio and south of the Gulf of Sagone, the small village of Appietto is divided into three hamlets on the slopes of a mountain covered in scrub.
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Beaches in Olmeto (South Corsica)
Perched at 360 meters’ altitude and located in southern Corsica, Olmeto is a haven belonging to the Valinco region. Along the Bay, there are 20 km of beaches in Olmeto-Beach and neighbouring cities that are offered to the tourists.
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Beaches in Serra-di-Ferro (South Corsica)
Located in the gulf de Valinco in the south of Corsica, Porto Pollo is a little fishing harbor known for its pretty spots for submarine scuba diving and its superb fine sand beaches.
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Beaches in Propriano (South Corsica)
The seaside destination of Propriano is located in the south of Corsica. To the north of the mouth of the Rizzanese and in the gulf with the same name, we find a large number of beaches in Propriano.
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Beaches in Pietrosella (South Corsica)
The pretty southern Corsican resort of Pietrosella is located thirty kilometres from Ajaccio. The beaches of Pietrosella, Ruppione and Mare e Sole (or silver beach) are very popular in the summer season.
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Beaches in Coti-Chiavari (South Corsica)
Located between sea and mountain, the pretty seaside resort of Coti-Chiavari at about 40 km from Ajaccio is a popular destination of South of Corsica.
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Beaches in Brando (Haute-Corse)
The small seaside resort of Brando, located in Haute-Corse within 10 km of Bastia, includes several hamlets and offers vacationers beautiful beaches and landscapes.
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Beaches in Furiani (Haute-Corse)
The small seaside resort of Furiani is located in Haute-Corse, south of Bastia, in the plain of Marana. It is its exceptional environment that makes it famous.
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Beaches in Talasani (Haute-Corse)
Talasani is a typical village located in Upper Corsica. The village that dates from the Middle Ages is built on top of a hill.
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Beaches in Linguizzetta (Haute-Corse)
The seaside resort of Linguizzetta, in Corsica, is located north of the plain of Aleria and is known for its beautiful coastline belonging to the East Coast (Costa Verde).
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Beaches in Ghisonaccia (Haute-Corse)
The small seaside resort of Ghisonaccia, located halfway between Bastia and Bonifacio, offers a seemingly endless wide stretch of sand.
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Beaches in San-Nicolao (Haute-Corse)
San Nicolao, located in Corsica about forty kilometres from Bastia, is famous for its parish church classified as historic monuments but also for Moriani-Plage, its seaside district.
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Beaches in Cervione (Haute-Corse)
Located in the heart of the Costa Verde, the small seaside resort of Cervione belongs to the micro-region of Campulori. The city of Bastia is only 50 kilometers away.
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Beaches in San-Giuliano (Haute-Corse)
Located in the department of Upper Corsica and belonging to the region of Campulori, the seaside resort of San-Giuliano is at 3 kilometers from Cervione.
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Beaches in Aléria (Haute-Corse)
Aleria is a resort located in the department of Haute-Corse (East Coast of Corsica), in the region of Serra. It offers holiday makers a wide long coastline of 12 km and consists of sandy beaches.
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Beaches in Santa-Maria-Poggio (Haute-Corse)
Santa Maria Poggio is a municipality of Haute-Corse counting six hamlets. Located between sea and mountain, it offers a wide range of leisure
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Beaches in Canale-di-Verde (Haute-Corse)
It is in the department of Upper Corsica (Castagniccia) that there is the resort of Canale-di-Verde.
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Beaches in Calvi (Haute-Corse)
The seaside resort of Calvi is located in Northern-Corsica and specifically in the region of Balagne. There are 5 beaches. Pinewood beach is the most famous.
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Beaches in L'Ile-Rousse (Haute-Corse)
Ile Rousse is located in Northern Corsica and is a seaside village famous for its history and beautiful landscapes. Napoleon and Caruchettu beaches are closer to the city centre and the harbour.
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Beaches in Lumio (Haute-Corse)
Located in north of Corsica, Lumio is a seaside resort of the coast of Balagne, between Calvi and Algajola.
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Beaches in Macinaggio (Haute-Corse)
Macinaggio is a seaside resort in Corsica located on the eastern tip of the Cape. It is Rogliano’s marina and one of the eight hamlets that make up the town.
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Beaches in Belgodère (Haute-Corse)
The village of Belgodère, located in Balagne between Ile Rousse and the desert of the Agriates, overlooks the valley of Prato. It also has a seafront where there is a large sandy beach, Lozari Beach.
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Beaches in Patrimonio (Haute-Corse)
Located at only a few kilometers from the seaside resort of St Florent, on the first slopes of the Nebbio at the beginning of the Cap Corse, Patrimonio is perched on a hill.
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Beaches in Algajola (Haute-Corse)
Algajola is a seaside resort located in the department of Haute-Corse, between Calvi and Ile-Rousse. It is a small seaside town located on several small hills, once terraces, now covered in scrub, wild olive trees and oak trees.
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Beaches in Monticello (Haute-Corse)
Located in Corse, the seaside resort of Monticello belongs to the region of Balagne between Lozari Beach and Ile-Rousse. It shares Caruchettu Beach with the latter.
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Beaches in Ersa (Haute-Corse)
The small port of Barcaggio is located north of Cap Corse, opposite the island of Giraglia. It is far from touristic Corsica, there are only hikers and authentic Corsica lovers.
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Beaches in Lecci (South Corsica)
Lecci is small village located in the Gulf of Porto-Vecchio and a famous seaside resort, which beaches are the most beautiful in the Gulf, with the peninsulas of Cala Rossa, Benedettu and the coves of San Ciprianu and Golfo di Sogno.
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Beaches in Sainte-Lucie de Porto-Vecchio (South Corsica)
The littoral of Zonza is organized around Sainte-Lucie de Porto-Vecchio, located only 20 minutes north of Porto-Vecchio. We find many beaches.
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Beaches in Conca (South Corsica)
Conca has an agreeable maritime facade only about twenty kilometers from Porto-Vecchio. Miniscule typical Corsican city, it is the departure or arrival point for several famous hiking trails.
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Beaches in Barrettali (Haute-Corse)
Located in the department of Haute-Corse and composed of several hamlets, the village of Barrettali and its marina are a major destination, one hour from Bastia in Cap Corse.
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Beaches in Santo-Pietro-di-Tenda (Haute-Corse)
Santo-Pietro-di-Tenda is located on the territory of the Agriates, a desert composed of local species, heather, olive trees, pines, and the torn coastline hides beautiful locations.
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Beaches in Porto (South Corsica)
the seaside resort of Porto in Corsica is a popular tourist destination for its beautiful Gulf, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its beautiful beaches.
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Beaches in Piana (South Corsica)
Piana is a village located in Corsica in the Gulf of Porto.This destination is famous for its coastline and especially its creeks, which are very beautiful.
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Beaches in Serriera (South Corsica)
Located in the department of South Corsica, the small town of Serriera is located on a hillside with olive trees and offers a panoramic view of the Bay of Porto.
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Beaches in Partinello (South Corsica)
Partinello is a small village located in the department of South Corsica. It is located in the natural park of Corsica, in the gulf of Porto.
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Beaches in Osani (South Corsica)
Osani, a small village in the department of Corse-du-Sud, is located in the natural park of Corsica on the coast of the Gulf of Porto.
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Beaches in Borgo (Haute-Corse)
Borgo is a small Corsican village located fifteen kilometres from Bastia, in the plain of Marana. The lagoon bar of the Marana is a very touristic natural area.
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Beaches in Sisco (Haute-Corse)
The Marina of Sisco is located in the department of Haute-Corse and belongs to the peninsula of Cap Corse, also known as the "Island in the island".
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Beaches in Pietracorbara (Haute-Corse)
Pietracorbara is a small seaside resort in Cap Corse located fifteen kilometres from Bastia. His extensive coastline is a delight for holidaymakers who like to swim while enjoying a panoramic view of the island of Elba.
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Beaches in Calcatoggio (South Corsica)
The small hilltop village of Calcatoggio in Corsica overlooks the Gulf of Liscia and is located twenty kilometres north of the city of Ajaccio.
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Beaches in Casaglione (South Corsica)
The town of Tiuccia is a small seaside resort in southern Corsica, located thirty kilometres from Ajaccio in the town of Casaglione. Family-oriented, it offers many activities and beautiful beaches in the Gulf of Liscia.
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Beaches in Belvédère-Campomoro (South Corsica)
Belvédère-Campomoro is a seaside destination in the south of Corsica. The old city looks over the superb gulf of Propriano where we find two marinas: Campomoro and Portigliolo.
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Beaches in Sartène (South Corsica)
Surrounded by bush and vineyards, Sartène has a coast of 33 kilometers that extends from Campomoro to Rocapina. Argent Beach is the main beach.
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Beaches in Bonifacio (South Corsica)
Bonifacio is a medieval city located at the southernmost part of Corsica (Ile de Beauté), and is often described as a city at the end of the world resting on top of white cliffs opposite Sardinia.
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Beaches in Ile de Cavallo (South Corsica)
At only 2.5 km from the coasts of Bonifacio there is the island of Cavallo which belongs to the archipelago of Lavezzi. This island is totally private but in summer numerous boaters come to enjoy the beautiful beaches.
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Beaches in Ogliastro (Haute-Corse)
The village of Ogliastro, located in Cap Corse, in the department of Haute-Corse, is famous for its olive farming and the marina of Albu (or marina of Albo).
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Beaches in Solenzara (South Corsica)
Located in the department Corse-du-Sud, the seaside destination Sari-Solenzara is located on the Cote des Nacres, sharing the name with a shellfish formerly found here in large quantities.
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Beaches in Pianottoli-Caldarello (South Corsica)
The small village of Pianottoli-Caldarello, located in the department of Corse-du-Sud is close to Figari in the southwest of Corsica.
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Beaches in Monacia-d'Aullène (South Corsica)
It is in the department of Corse-du-Sud, in the region of Freto, that lies the village of Monacia-d'Aullène. It is surrounded by the villages of Sartene and Pianottoli-Caldarello.
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