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Corsica

The Isle of Beauty in the Mediterranean – a destination where dramatic mountains, turquoise coves, historic towns and strong Corsican traditions come together.

Corsica has a distinctive identity shaped by Mediterranean history, Genoese fortified towns and a landscape that changes quickly between coast and mountains. Ajaccio, Bastia, Bonifacio and Calvi offer four very different gateways to the island.

Allow plenty of time between stops. The winding roads are part of the experience, with villages, beaches, mountain routes, local markets, wine regions and Corsican meals waiting along the way.

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Choose the trip that suits you

Corsica is equally well suited to beach holidays and road trips, mountain walks, food experiences and unhurried days in small harbour towns.

A good place to start

Selected places in Corsica

Eight different ways into the island – from historic harbour towns and beach resorts to the mountain town of Corte and dramatic Bonifacio.

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Explore Corsica on the map

Select the markers to discover coastal towns, mountain communities and destinations across the island.

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Coast, mountains and Corsican flavours

Use this Corsica guide as your starting point for beach holidays, road trips, mountain walks, wine experiences and practical planning.

Corsica guide

Plan a varied trip around Corsica

Combine historic towns, beaches, mountains, food and time on the water. Choose a few areas and allow plenty of time between stops.

These eight useful starting points cover everything from road trips and the GR20 to ferries, wine, diving and Southern Corsica.

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Guides and articles about Corsica

Road trips, beaches, mountains, diving, town guides, history and practical advice for the island.

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