Calenzana

Overview of Calenzana

South of Calvi, on the edge of the Regional Natural Park of Corsica, Calenzana marks the start of the famous GR20, known to all hikers. The area is also home to the remains of old lead mines.

Key facts

• Type of place: village.

• Tourist interest: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Location: south of Calvi, in the Haute-Corse department.

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : Calenzana.

• Population: 2,323 inhabitants (2016).

• Area: 182.77 km².

• Altitude: from 0 to 2,148 m.

• Website:

History of Calenzana

What to see and do in Calenzana

In the surrounding area

Corsica Regional Nature Park ★★★★
Spanning both departments, this park covers nearly half the island. Heavily visited, it is home to many Corsican natural and cultural sites. It is also where the famous GR20 was created, allowing hikers to cross the island in about fifteen days over 200 km from Calenzana to Conca.

Climate and weather in Calenzana

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Eating

Useful addresses

Further information