8 Places We Genuinely Enjoyed in Corsica

Corsica is a surprisingly diverse island. Within a relatively short distance, we can find turquoise beaches, dramatic granite cliffs, small mountain villages and winding roads through the mountains.

14 September 2026 · by Krisztofer & Dávid · 3 min read

Sweeping coastal mountain landscape with rugged red cliffs, turquoise coves, deep blue sea, and hazy peaks beneath a cloudy sky.

During our one-week road trip, we saw quite a lot of the island, but these eight places were the ones we genuinely enjoyed the most.

1. Bonifacio

Bonifacio is probably one of the most spectacular towns in Corsica. It lies on a peninsula, with the old town built right on top of the cliffs, up to 70 metres above the sea. Before walking into the old town, it is worth following the path along the cliffs in the opposite direction. From here, we get a beautiful view towards Sardinia and the southern coast of Corsica. Inside the old town, narrow streets, atmospheric houses and sea views appear again and again.

Sunny coastal landscape with rugged limestone cliffs, turquoise waves, and a sea stack beside deep blue ocean under a clear, breezy sky. — The view to the opposite direction from Bonifacio

Bright coastal panorama of Bonifacio, Corsica: turquoise sea meets dramatic white limestone cliffs, with a hilltop town beneath blue skies. — Town on high cliffs

Sunlit narrow cobblestone street lined with weathered stone buildings, shuttered windows, balconies, and a bright blue sky; quiet historic charm. — Old streets of Bonifacio's old town

2. Plage de Palombaggia

Plage de Palombaggia is a long, slightly narrow sandy beach that is easy to reach by car. There is even a beach bar, although showers and proper facilities are not something we should expect on Corsican beaches.

3. Sartène

Sartène is a small mountain town, which dates back to the 16th century. The main square, Place Porta, is a good starting point for a short walk through the narrow streets. We can also find a few cafés, bars and small craft shops here. It’s simply a place to wander around without any strict plan.

Clear turquoise bay with yellow buoys, a sandy beach, umbrella pines, and green hills under a cloudy sky; peaceful coastal scene. — Plage de Palombaggia

Sunlit historic stone village with a church bell tower and clock, broad steps, flower-filled balconies, leafy tree, and vivid blue sky. — Sartène is a place to wander around

Narrow sunlit stone alley in a historic village, with an arched passage, lantern, flower-covered walls, and a small café table. — Back alley in Sartène

4. Capu Rossu

Capu Rossu is a rocky peninsula west of Piana and one of the places where we can really understand how mountainous and rocky Corsica is. There is hiking route, which takes around four to five hours at a comfortable pace, including a picnic. At the very end, a tower offers a beautiful 360-degree view of the sea and the rocky coastline.

Dramatic coastal sea cliff rises above deep blue water, with rugged orange rock, green shrubs, distant mountains, and a bright, serene sky. — Towering cliffs on the hiking route

Jagged ochre cliffs and wildflowers overlook a calm blue sea, distant mountains, and green coastal hills beneath a cloudy sky. — Look at the colours

5. Plage de Ficaghjola

This was probably our favourite place in Corsica. The beach lies halfway between Piana and Capu Rossu and is reached by a narrow, steep serpentine road. The shore is covered with pebbles and surrounded by a few spectacular red rocks. Because of its somewhat hidden location, it was pleasantly quiet when we visited. Perhaps not the easiest beach to get to, but that is exactly what made it perfect to us.

6. Calanques de Piana

After leaving Piana, the road leads through narrow gaps between the rocks. The red cliffs appear in all kinds of different shapes, and it is worth stopping several times to look around on foot.

Turquoise cove beneath rugged orange cliffs, with a sandy beach, swimmers, stone buildings, and leafy trees creating a tranquil coastal scene. — Plage de Ficaghjola is really calm

Secluded pebble beach along a rugged coast, beneath towering ochre cliffs, with calm blue water, distant hills, and a peaceful sky. — Beautiful colours of Plage de Ficaghjola

Sunny mountain road winding between dramatic jagged granite cliffs, with a low stone wall, sparse greenery, and vivid blue sky. — Road on Calanques de Piana

7. Lama

Lama is a small mountain village in northern Corsica, between Ponte Leccia and L’Île Rousse. From the hillside we can enjoy beautiful views, while the narrow streets of the village are pleasant to wander around. Most importantly, we are guaranteed to meet far fewer other tourists here.

8. Sentier littoral

The Sentier littoral, or coastal path, runs along the coast of the Agriate desert. Starting from the small dirt car park at Parking Sentier des Douaniers, we can follow the path towards Plage de Fornali. Along the way, turquoise water, white rocks and coastal shrubs accompany us, with Cap Corse clearly visible in the distance. And if we get tired, nothing stops us from putting on our swimwear and taking a dip in one of the tiny bays along the way.

Sunlit hillside village with terracotta-roofed homes, lush orchards, and rugged green mountains beneath a clear blue sky; serene Mediterranean scene. — Lama, the calmest village on a hillside

Sunlit mountain landscape with rocky, shrub-covered ridges in the foreground, distant blue peaks, and a vast clear sky creating a serene mood. — View of Cap Corse

Serene tropical beach with turquoise shallows, a rocky islet, distant rugged mountains, and black flip-flops on sunlit sand under blue skies. — Quiet bay on Sentier littoral

These were the places that stayed with us the most — not necessarily because they were the most famous, but because together they showed us just how varied Corsica can be.

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