Holiday in Corsica

About Corsica

Corsica, the French Mediterranean island known as "Ile de Beauté", combines rugged mountain ranges, turquoise bays, and a wild, untamed nature that is unparalleled. The mountains rise to over 2,700 meters (Monte Cinto) and drop almost vertically into the sea at many points — a backdrop that clearly distinguishes Corsica from other Mediterranean islands. The Calanche of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site made of red granite cliffs, forms one of the most spectacular coastal landscapes in Europe. The GR20 is considered the most challenging long-distance hiking trail in Europe, crossing Corsica in 16 stages from north to south. Experienced mountain hikers complete it in two weeks, but individual daily stages also offer breathtaking alpine landscapes with glacial lakes and granite deserts. Bonifacio perches on steep chalk cliffs high above the sea — the old town with its Genoese houses seems to float above the abyss, and the stairs of Roi d’Aragon lead down 187 steps to the water. Calvi on the northwest coast enchants with its Genoese citadel, fine sandy beach, and legendary nightlife. In the hinterland, shepherds and farmers maintain traditions that are centuries old: chestnut flour is the basis for numerous Corsican dishes, and the charcuterie from semi-wild pigs (Lonzu, Coppa, Figatellu) is among the best in the entire Mediterranean region. Ajaccio, the birthplace of Napoleon, surprises with the Maison Bonaparte and Mediterranean flair. Corsica's beaches range from the white sandy coves at Palombaggia and Santa Giulia in the south to hidden pebble coves like Saleccia, which can only be reached by boat or off-road vehicle. Divers find sunken wrecks and a diverse underwater world off the coast. Whether mountain adventure, beach dream, or culinary exploration — Corsica is the wildest and most diverse island in the Mediterranean.