Holidays to Corsica
Corsica Holidays
Centuri harbour in Corsica
If you are looking for dramatic scenery, a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere and clean, beautiful beaches, then Corsica holidays are an excellent choice.
Nightlife is fairly low key, larger towns have a good selection of bars but most evening entertainment is based around the restaurants. If you love dining out, a few glasses of wine and an evening stroll in beautiful surroundings, then a Corsican holiday is ideal.
Beach holidays in Corsica
Porto beach, Corsica
There are close to 200 beaches in Corsica, many of the beaches are situated in hidden coves along the shoreline and are often accessible only by boat or on foot. White or golden sand and colourful pebble beaches are lapped by crystal clear waters, drenched in the Mediterranean sunshine, perfect for beach holidays.
There are good standards of cleanliness across all beaches in Corsica even on the busier town beaches. The most popular beaches are patrolled by lifeguards but bear in mind this may not be the case for more “out of the way” places.
Watersports holiday in Corsica
Corsica is an excellent windsurfing holiday destination with the ever present wind. There are excellent opportunities for swimming, water-skiing and jet-skiing and boat hire and sailing trips are readily available.
Corsica is one of the best diving holiday destinations in Europe due to its exceptionally clean waters and warm temperatures. With approximately 30 diving centres around the coastline, there are many exciting dives. The underwater landscape has been impressively preserved, aided by the absence of an intensive commercial fishing industry and also due to the lack of pollution.
Walking holidays in Corsica
Corte Citadel, Corsica
Corsica is very popular as a walking holidays destination. For serious hikers, the GR20 is a challenging trail crossing from northwest to southeast and is 170km long, the trail takes approximately two weeks to complete.
There are plenty of other walks for all abilities around the island and marked trails make it easier to find your way about.
Golf Holidays in Corsica
18-hole Golf de Spérone is regarded as one of Europe’s finest golf courses. Six of the eighteen holes are on the coast along the cliffs and the dramatic views make your Corsican golf experience something really special. There are no other 18-hole courses in Corsica although there are some 9-hole courses and you can always combine your golf holiday with a trip to the Pevero Golf Club in Sardinia, a short ferry ride away.
Other Activities in Corsica
There are plenty of other activities to enjoy while on holiday in Corsica. If you enjoy horse-riding, there are opportunities to trek across the mountains, over the beaches or even to swim with the horses!
Cycle hire is available although due to Corsica’s natural terrain, it is probably best left for the more enthusiastic cyclists because plenty of stamina is required!
Freshwater and Sea Fishing are possible for keen fishermen, although you will need a licence for River Fishing which can be easily obtained from local fishing clubs.
Outdoor pursuits such as Canoeing, Rafting, Climbing and Canyoning are also popular.
Food & Drink in Corsica
Eating and drinking in Corsican is a long, relaxed affair and standards in restaurants are generally high with much attention to detail. Corsica enjoys a mixture of French and Italian cuisine but there are also aspects which are distinctly Corsican.
Examples of popular Corsican dishes are “Sanglier” (Wild boar) and “Tianu” (a slow-cooked game stew), meat dishes are either served with pasta or pollenta (made with sweet chestnut flour). There are a good selection of local fish dishes although prices can sometimes be a little high. There are many delicious desserts, “Fiadone” (lemon cheesecake flambéed in brandy) is a local speciality.
For vegetarian options you will find pizzas, omelettes, pasta and other vegetable/salad dishes.
Wine lovers will appreciate the many locally produced wines which are virtually unknown outside of the island. There are a diverse range of flavours and visits to local vineyards can be arranged. The Corsican Wine Festival takes place in Luri, Cap Corse, in the middle of July each year and Corsicans travel from all over the island to showcase their award-winning wines.
Children are made very welcome in restaurants although dining is normally from 7pm which may be a little late for some families.
During your holidays, don’t forget to visit the local markets to sample a range of local delights such as maquis-flavoured honey, wild boar sauces and ewe’s milk cheeses.
Culture & History in Corsica
Corsican chapel
Corsica is famous for being Napoleon Bonaparte’s place of birth. Due to its attractive strategic location, the island has always been susceptible to invasion and there have been ongoing battles for independence throughout the island’s history.
There are museums, citadels, chapels, churches, Genoese watch towers and various monuments throughout the island, a reflection of Corsica’s colourful history.
Corsican people are very proud of their island and fiercely protect their heritage which explains why the island remains relatively unspoilt. They enjoy a relaxed pace of life and are friendly and welcoming to island visitors.
Music, art and cultural festivals are organised throughout the island and individual villages hold festivals to celebrate their local crafts and produce.
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Flight time from the UK to Corsica: Approx. 2 hours
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