Villas in Corsica

Many tourists who decide to book a villa in Corsica, whether for a weekend getaway or for a long vacation, usually choose the areas of Porto Vecchio, Bonifacio and Calvi. The first two to the south of the island and the third to the northwest. The north is less touristy, but more authentic and with a great variety of landscapes, imposing mountains, paradisiacal beaches and picturesque villages. Find your ideal villa and start planning your visit.

The coastline of the island of Corsica is lined with several villas ideal for families and groups. To surprise your partner with a romantic getaway, Corsica is also an ideal destination for lovers. Enjoy stunning morning views, have your breakfast on the terrace while gazing at the sea and enjoy a lovely afternoon by the pool or having a laid-back day in the garden. Spacious interiors, special details and large common areas to share a special time while creating new memories.

Corsica is a paradise for nature and outdoor lovers as its landscape offers different hiking trails at different heights. All levels are welcome but every person needs to be aware of his own physical conditions. The adventurous ones can go for the 135-mile Grande Randonnée 20 long-distance hiking trail, crossing the mountains from Conca to Calanzana. The "Tra Mare e Monti" route follows the coast from east to west. The "Parc Naturel régional de Corse" is also a popular hiking route.

With about 600 miles of sandy shores, Corsica boasts small coves, lovely bays and beautiful beaches. The list is endless. In the south of the island, go to the beaches Porto-Vecchio or the ones in Port-Pollo in the southwest. Balagne in the north is home to nice beaches as well as the beaches of St Florent and the north east of the island. You can enjoy pebbly and sandy beaches accessible by boat or on foot and enjoy a variety of water sports including wakeboarding, flysurfing or kitesurfing. Explore the coastal walks and discover the natural wonders hidden in every cove, beach and bay.

The Scandola peninsula has been a nature reserve since 1957 with UNESCO World Natural Heritage hexagonal rock formations made of magma. The reserve has two different sectors, the peninsula of Scandola and the Elpa Nera inlet. Explore the area and discover the Tuara cove and other islets, grottos, sandy beaches and red cliffs.

The Calanques de Piana is an incredible natural site listed as a World Heritage Site located on the western side of the island, halfway between Ajaccio and Calvi. These impressive, steep, orange granite formations can be seen from both the mainland and from the sea. If you want to admire them from the sea, you just have to take the boat from Porto.

Inland from Porto, you can go to the greatest highlights of the island - the Gorges of Spelunca. The river, running through boulders and natural pools, is the ideal spot to cool off. The area is ideal for hiking and taking a dip in the refreshing waters. Cross the Pont du Zagliawasi, a beautiful stone arched bridge that was built to withstand the occasional water torrents. Here is a perfect spot to have a picnic.

If you are staying in Porto for the Vacations, take some time to explore the beautiful villages of Evisa and Ota, in the Gorges of Spelunca area. Evisa is surrounded by forested hills and it is a very charming village to visit. There is a popular 3-hour walk along an old mule trail to Ota, that forms part of the Mare e Monti trail.The pleasant hike will take you to Ota, crossing the gorges, Genoese bridges and lush green vegetation with lots of panels informing about the local flora and fauna. Enjoy the views of the sun-blessed village of Ota, nestled between terraces with olive trees.

Corsican cuisine perfectly combines Mediterranean influences with the essence of the mountains. A traditional meal comprises 3 courses and a few glasses of local wine that will indulge your palate. The earthy cooking style combined with fresh produce, excellent meat and delicious cheese will be an explosion of flavors in your mouth with every bite you take. Raise your taste buds with a wild boar casserole, Corsican lamb, oysters, crayfish, charcuterie (cured meats). After a nice meal, put the icing on the cake with a sweet treat! Indulge in chestnut flour donuts (beignets), the Fiadone cheesecake or the Corsican chestnut tart.Shake up your senses!

Corsica is not just a natural paradise with spectacular beaches and cliffs, but a wealthy monumental paradise that awaits the traveller with a rich natural heritage bequeathed by all the cultures that have inhabited the island over the centuries. The prehistoric ruins, the Greek walls, the pre-Roman necropolis, its Romanesque churches, its majestic mansions and its Genoese towers are just some of them. Come and explore them all!

A visit to the capital of the island is a must! Ajaccio is the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. Here you can find the second largest port of the islan, as the largest one is in Bastia. The Old Town is home to several monuments with lots of history behind. Visit the Imperial Chapel or the Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption cathedral. Enjoy a pleasant day discovering about the culture of this beautiful city.

Plan your next vacation in the beautiful island of Corsica. You can find this island located in the Mediterranean Sea, just between France and Italy. Politically one of the eighteen regions of France, Corsica is known to be the fourth largest island in the Mediterranean. Situated just southeast of the French coast, the landmass is constructed out of a single chain of mountains that make up two-thirds of the entire region. This destination is ideal for anyone looking for a more relaxing place, as the population of the entire region of Corsica is just 338,550 inhabitants. The island was once ruled by the Republic of Genoa from 1284 until 1755, and it later became a proclaimed Italian speaking Republic. Although later becoming part of France in 1769, Corsica has strong historical ties to Tuscany and there are many Italian cultural elements found on the island. Regardless of its Italian past, the native language in Corsica is now French. While visiting Corsica you will be able to hike through its stunning natural landscape, discover its rich history, as well as taste some delicious gastronomy of the area.

The gorgeous nature that surrounds the island should be a reason to check out the villas in Corsica. You will be able to find an accommodation located closer to the sea or immersed in the mountains, as well as villas located in the center of the main city. Imagine waking up to the beautiful Mediterranean sea, inviting friends over to your garden for a late afternoon cookout, spending your day laying by your private pool and soaking in the sun. These are just a few of the many opportunities that you could take advantage of while visiting Corsica.

Corsica for nature lovers With two-thirds of the island is mountains and the rest being on the coast, there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities in Corsica. Head to the north of Bastia to find Cap Corse, one of the most unique beaches on the island. Here you will be able to discover the wild beaches and Genoese towers. Moreover, there is a 14-mile-long walk that takes you all across the coast from Macinaggio to Barcaggio and it takes about 4 hours. Another great hike to do while in Corsica is the GR20. On this hike, you will be able to encounter countless cliffs, mountains, gorges and pinnacles. This is the most famous hike on the island and its trails go on for over 150 miles from north to south of the island, although it is divided into 16 stages lasting one day each.

many activities can be enjoyed with the entire family in Corsica. To take full advantage of the warm climate, take your family on a horse or donkey ride. There are stables located all over the island, whether you want to ride on the beach or through the countryside. However, the most iconic experience will be found in Sant’Antonio in La Balagne where you can ride a donkey to the viewpoint of the town. To explore the island without having to exercise too much, try taking the train from Calvi to L’lle Rousse. On this coastal route, you will be able to explore the gorgeous beaches and mountain scenery.

Discover this stunning canyon located near Propriano. Whether you want to go swimming, trekking or climbing, you will find that this canyon is accessible and ideal for beginners as well.

Learn about polyphonic music and how songs can be created with two or more melodies. This music genre originated from the shepherds in the area while they would sing songs from the mountains. In Corsica, you could get the chance to see this style of music being sung a capella style.

What would a trip in Corsica be without testing out a local dish. The civet de sanglier, or wild boar stew, is slow-cooked in red wine with Armagnac ragu, carrots and onions. You might be familiar with this from the Asterix comic strip.

One of the most notorious attractions in Corsica is the birthplace of the famous Napoleon Bonaparte. This museum is full of artifacts, furniture and personal possessions that can be dated back to 1682.

Immerse yourself in nature and learn about the local flora and fauna in this nature reserve. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will be able to see volcanic headlands and red cliffs.

You will be able to find this old fortress located on top of the white limestone cliffs of the island. This fortification was created in the 9th century as a frontline against Tuscany.

A stunning 15,000 hectares area of protected land, this location can only be reached by boat from the port of Saint-Florent. Here you will be surrounded by wildflower meadows and white sand beaches.