South of PORTO-VECCHIO
Welcome to the Palombaggia peninsula,
Wonder guaranteed throughout your walk where its string of beaches located in the marine reserve of the mouths of Bonifacio will seduce you with their wild sides; where the famous umbrella pines mingle, its red granite rocks and always the beauty of its crystalline waters with its palette of blues, beautiful to capture at any moment of the day.
The point of La chiappa
This fully naturist beach is located in the private naturist estate of the same name in the hollow of a cove surrounded by rocky parts where the semaphore sits as master at the entrance to the Gulf of Porto Vecchio
This beach has its own international diving center which will accompany you among other things to discover the seabed around the Cerbical Islands located in the heart of the Bonifacio nature reserve among the 20 sites to explore.
Carratagio
Located between the tip of Chiappa and Palombaggia beach, Carataggio (or Carataghju) beachis located in the nature reserve. Not indicated, this wild beach of fine sand bears the nickname of “Tahiti beach”
This little corner of paradise must be earned, you will have to walk a path in the maquis (easy access) for 15 minutes to access it, but this little effort is well worth the detour.
Beaches of Palombaggia
Our discovery of the beaches of the extreme south of Corsica continues, and we have finally arrived on one of the best known beaches in Corsica: PALOMBAGGIA
This vast expanse of beach with extra-fine white sand is fitted out with natural areas thanks to its red granite rock typical of the region which will allow you to discover the various beaches of Palombaggia that make it up, starting from I PINI in the north to the beach of ACCIAJU in the south still rocked by the lapping of the sea and its lagoon with turquoise and limpid waters.
To the north, the cove of I PINI beach, where you can eat in the “straw huts” (in the pure sense of the term) and laze surrounded by umbrella pines which rise above the dune.
The central part is a large expanse of sand still bordered by the dune and its umbrella pines, very pleasant in summer to find refuge in the shade.
This part has among others the beach called “Cala di Lume” equipped for people with reduced mobility and the first beach in Corsica without tobacco. A monitoring station is installed there in summer.
To the south, before passing the pine forest to reach another beach, you will find a string of beach restaurants to satisfy your taste buds.
Tamaricciu Beach
Tamaricciu beachis located to the south, in the extension of Palombaggia. Less known than its neighbor, the photos of this beach have nevertheless been shown around the world thanks to its umbrella pine which stands in a narrow projection over the sea but which unfortunately has not been around for a few months
Its setting is heavenly, its shallow waters, the finesse of its sand and still its crystal clear waters will allow you to go snorkelling to please young and old alike.
Folacca & Acciaju
And to finish in the extreme south of Palombaggia, the beaches of FOLACCA and ACCIAJU will offer you beautiful family moments on its wilder beaches where you can find several huts to eat.
Santa Giulia Beach
This most emblematic beach in southern Corsica, classified by UNESCO, is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. A true paradise on earth located to the south of the Gulf of Porto Vecchio where its lagoon with turquoise, limpid waters and its almost crystalline sand makes this bay a very popular place and the landmark of a very dynamic nautical base to the greatest joy. young and old.
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Rondinara Beach
Fine and clear sand, pure and crystalline water, pristine environment and perfect geometry are the terms to describe one of the most beautiful and exotic jewels of the island. This magnificent cove in the shape of a “Saint Jacques shell” is one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe and France. Here you are on Rondinara beach which hosts the headquarters of the coastal conservatory.
Balistra Beach
North of the Gulf of Sant’Manza, Balistra beach has retained its wild side to the north with its pond and to the south its limestone cliffs for the happiness of paragliding enthusiasts.
Balistra beach is accessible by a dirt track path, but it is a supervised beach in summer and accessible for people with reduced mobility.
Piantarella Beach
Located in the town of Bonifacio, Piantarella beach is one of the most famous spots for the practice of board sports.
This huge natural swimming pool is the starting point to access the island of Cavallo, the island of billionaires by means of shuttles, or to explore the island of Piana by kayak or paddle
By staying at Piantarella beach, you will reach the 2 pearls below one of the most beautiful gulfs in the world by the sea, PETIT SPERONE beach and GRAND SPERONE beach
You may see the LAVEZZI islands.
The lavezzi islands
Visit southern Corsica, it is obviously a getaway to the Lavezzi Islands.
An obligatory stop in the Bouches de Bonifacio nature reserve, to discover a spectacular landscape with its shade of turquoise where majestic blocks of granite emerge with its marine cemetery witnessing the sinking of “the sémillante”
Cruise passengers departing from Porto Vecchio or Bonifacio will give you access to spend a day like on a desert island, don’t forget anything !!!
It is also the perfect opportunity to take a day trip on a semi-rigid boat with or without a skipper.
Do not hesitate to entrust us with the organization of your day to make it unforgettable
The western facade of the far south of Corsica
The adventure is coming to an end but perhaps you will make me discover other still unexplored gems because there are many treasures on the island of beauty that bears its name so aptly.