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Hi,

This summer, we’re planning a family trip to Corsica.

We’ve chosen Sari Solenzara because we want to combine: sea, mountain hikes, natural pools, canyoning, and peace and quiet. Does this choice seem like a good one to you?

Second question: which airport should we prioritize to have the easiest roads to access?

Thanks in advance for your tips! :-)

Hi there, I’m thinking of visiting Cap Corse in the second half of February, specifically Rogliano. Renting a house.

I’ve been told, “Oh no, not a good time—it’s the season for strong winds, Mistral, Tramontane, etc.” What do you all think? I’m now hesitating

Hi everyone,

We’re heading to Corsica for 10 days from April 26 to May 5 as a family with two boys aged 8 and 12. We’ll arrive in Calvi and stay for 7 nights in the hills above L’Île-Rousse. Then we’ll have 2 nights left (accommodation not yet booked) before flying out from Ajaccio.

Of course, we’d like to explore and do a few hikes that are kid-friendly.

Some of the places we’ve shortlisted: - the towns of L’Île-Rousse, Calvi, Saint-Florent, and Corte - the villages of Balagne - the Agriates Desert (Ostriconi beach by car, and Lotu by boat with a hike to Saleccia) - Restonica Gorge - a boat trip to Piana and Scandola

For the last part of the trip, I’m really unsure about: - where to stay? - what to visit? I’d thought about staying near Ajaccio and visiting the Sanguinaires Islands and doing a few hikes along the coast, but I’d also spotted some great options inland around Evisa, like the Aitone Forest, for example.

We’ll return the rental car on May 3 at 10 AM in Monticello and fly out from Ajaccio on May 5 at 7:40 PM.

We’ve rented a car for the whole 10 days.

I’ll admit I’m posting this out of convenience because I’ve been *terrible* at planning this trip and could really use your advice—especially about distances and what’s doable without rushing or spending all our time in the car.

Thanks in advance! Have a great day.

Virginie

hi there, we're heading to Corsica for 3 weeks in early June and we'll be arriving in Calvi. Then we plan to head down to Sagone—what route should we take? We're a bit nervous about going through the Piana calanques because of the narrow roads. Thanks for your tips!

Hi there, We’ll be in Sartène this coming June and will be staying there. We’d love to listen to polyphonic singing. Do you know where that’s possible in Sartène and, if so, when during the first two weeks of June? Thanks for your help.

Hi, I’d love some info on this GT20 route in Corsica. Thanks for your feedback!

Hi everyone, after a stay in the South and one in the North, I’m planning a mini road trip in Corsica (Bastia-Bastia) in June to explore places I haven’t seen yet. Since we’re heading to the mountains later this year, we’ve deliberately skipped the Corsican mountains. Could you share your thoughts and, most importantly, suggest things to see? We love nature, reasonable hikes, peaceful spots, and small villages. No cities. No boat excursions (yes, that includes Piana and Scandola). We already know the area between Bastia and Calvi.

June 7 Flight arrival in Bastia and night at the hotel

June 8 Drive to Calvi (beach and/or fortress) Meal at Les Boucaniers restaurant Night in Calvi

June 9 Walk from Calvi fortress to Alga beach Charcuterie platter at A Casetta Calvi Night in Calvi

June 10 Drive from Calvi to Piana Buvette du col de la Croix and visit the orientation table Chemin des muletiers (Muleteers’ Path) Or Sentier de la source des roches bleues (Blue Rocks Spring Trail) counterclockwise Or (less scenic) Tête du chien (Dog’s Head, starting at the parking lot) Dinner at Épicerie Castellani in Piana Night in Piana

June 11 Drive from Piana to Propriano Arone beach and meal at Le Café de la plage Drive along the coast, stopping wherever we like Night in Propriano

June 12 Hike starting from Campomoro in the Jardin du Vent (Wind Garden), and visit the Genoese tower of Campomoro Meal in Campomoro: restaurant Chez Pierre Paul U spuntinu Night in Propriano

June 13 Around Propriano (avoid Capu Laurosu beach—sewage treatment plant...) Night in Propriano

June 14 Drive from Propriano to Bastia airport Meal at L’Éternisula in Zonza Aiguilles de Bavella (Hole of the Bomb) Night at the same hotel as arrival

June 15 Departure

Hey everyone,

I’m planning a hiking trip to India in 2025 with my wife and another couple.

We’ll most likely be leaving at the end of April (TBC).

This isn’t my first time hiking abroad, and I’ve often run into parasites that take advantage of the night to bother you (you know what I’m talking about, haha).

I’ve dealt with flies, mosquitoes, and all kinds of critters during my sleep before, but for this trip to India—which could already be pretty hectic—I really want to be prepared and avoid this issue.

If you know where I can find effective mosquito nets that won’t give me any trouble with mosquitoes, I’m all ears!

If you’re selling some yourself, feel free to reply to this post—we can chat about it!

In the meantime, I’ll keep looking for mosquito nets on my end.

Thanks! !

Hello, We’re planning a trip in May-June 2025. Could you share your driving experiences on the main road network with a motorhome (our vehicle is 7.2 m long and 2.25 m wide)? What basic route would you recommend for a tour of Corsica? We’re also planning to rent a small car locally to visit spots that are harder to access with the motorhome. Thanks for your feedback, and kind regards. Michel Droux

CORSICA From September 24, 2024 to October 9, 2024 Thank you, thank you, thank you for reactivating my favorite forum, which has given me so many ideas for my trips since... 2008—it’s been ages, as they say! So, to celebrate its return, I’m sharing this little travel journal from our latest road trip, not too long ago, since it was Corsica in the autumn. Autumn is the ideal season to visit Corsica: fewer tourists, perfect temperatures around 25°C, and, most importantly, less stress on the roads. You can feel it everywhere. Servers and shopkeepers are more relaxed and have time to chat (yes, Corsicans do talk... but not all of them!)

09/24 Arrival in Erbalunga Whether you're from northern France or Belgium, like us, the easiest way to reach the Isle of Beauty is by flying from Lille-Lesquin Airport. Volotea offers two destinations: Bastia and Ajaccio. Be careful, though—while the ticket prices are attractive, the airline makes up for it with baggage fees. A 25kg suitcase for 212 €—that really drives up the cost of transportation! For us, it’ll be Bastia. After this short flight and an arrival that lets you clearly see the east coast of Cap Corse, we’re welcomed by our friend Jean-Claude, who’s kindly hosting us for a few days. We met this Corsican and his wife during our four-year stay in French Guiana, and I have to say, he completely changed my opinion of Corsicans and even made me want to visit his island. The house, clinging to the rock above the sea, is stunning and offers a breathtaking view of the island of Elba. I’d always heard of Elba but must admit I wouldn’t have known where to place it before. We’ll stay here for five nights, long enough to explore the north of the island.



Since we’ve just arrived, Jean-Claude wants to show us his village, ERLALUNGA, a quiet little port, and the small village of CASTELLO above it, where he spent a lot of time in his childhood...

Thanks for sharing your experiences and tips for a trip to Corsica in May-June 2025. Best regards,

From Lacanau Océan to Névache, July 4–13, 2024. Stopping at roadside markers and signs in towns, on trails. I left home in Corsica, took the boat from L'Ile-Rousse to Sète, then headed up to Lacanau-Océan for the start of the 45th parallel. Destination: north of Briançon, Plampinet (Névache municipality). For more info and photos, check out my FB page "45th Parallel". I did it solo, on a 125cc scooter, a Honda Forza with no mechanical mods. Under-seat storage, a top case, a bag strapped to the rear seat with bungees, and two side bags that gave out in the first few days due to poor quality. Used a GPS, smartphone apps like the famous "68°", "my exact location", and "Ventusky" for weather. Plus paper road maps and a travel journal. Various accommodations (camping, B&Bs, a yurt, and staying with friends). In total: 2,700 km total, including 1,800 km from Lacanau to Névache via small, lost-but-so-pleasant backroads. Crappy weather from Sète to Lacanau, then nice conditions. Estimated fuel consumption: 3 liters per 100 km. No mechanical issues—neither with the scooter nor myself. One regret: I didn’t take enough time to meet people. For info...: At nearly 77, I still feel the need to do things differently—like the GTA (Grande Traversée des Alpes 😠, the climb to the metallic globe at Nordkapp, Norway (which I did by sea)😠, the trip to southern Portugal😠, etc. On top of that, after an accident and two major knee surgeries, I can’t hike, bike, trek in the desert, or even walk 1 km on sand. That’s also why I can’t ride a motorcycle with bent legs… * Feel free to share your thoughts or ask for more details.

Bonjour,

nous partons 15 jours en corse du 10/10 au 23/10. la 1ere semaine j'ai réservé un logement à L'ile rousse afin de rayonner dans le nord.

Nous ne sommes pas des randonneurs, nous aimons nous balader dans des petits villages, découvrir de beaux paysages. Et comme nous y serons en octobre je ne pense pas que l'on ira à la plage se baigner.

J'hésite pour la 2ème semaine dans le sud. j'ai vu un logement sur Ventiseri. Qu'en pensez vous ? que me conseillez vous ?

Merci de vos retours.

Bonjours

Du 22 au 26 septembre, je pars quelques jours à Bastia. Je me rends compte un peu tard, que je n'ai pas peut être pas choisi le meilleur endroit pour visiter la Corse. Je connais le coin d'Ajaccio et de Calvi. Quels coins me conseillerez vous tout en sachant que je ne conduits pas ? Je compte passer une journée ou 2 à St Florent, mais le reste du temps je ne sais pas trop.

Merci de votre aide😎

Le 03 janvier 2021 je me pose à marseille à 19h45 et doit prendre une correspondance sur Bastia à 21h25 . D'après vous est ce que je dispose assez de temps entre les 2 vols ?

Bonjour, Suite au confinement nous avons envie d'espace, faute de grand voyage, nous aimerions visité la Corse pendant au moins 1 mois. Nous avons troqué notre caravane Eriba Pan Familia pour un camping-car Campérêve 540. Oui, nous avons passé le pas ( pour un essai, on verra si cela nous convient !?). La question : peut-on circuler facilement dans ce département avec un camping-car. Les routes me semblent assez étroites pour accéder aux petits villages et points de vue typiques. Quelqu'un a-t-il fait ce genre de visite avec un véhicule d'un gabarit de ce type ? Merci par avance.

Bonjour

Nous sommes 2 femmes, de 70 ans, et souhaitons partir en Corse du Sud pour une dizaine de jours dans la deuxième quinzaine de septembre, j'aimerais avoir vos suggestions d'hotels (prix raisonnables) et points incontournables. Nous louerons une voiture en arrivant a Ajaccio. Notre problème, c'est que nous avons réservé un voyage en Jordanie, et ne saurons que peu de temps avant si nous partons ou pas ( cause Covid) raison pour laquelle nous ne pourrons réserver La Corse qu'au dernier moment. Merci de votre aide.

Bonjour, faute de pouvoir partir à l'étranger, on se rabat sur la Corse, une première pour nous. Objectif, spots photos et randonnées. Avez-vous un guide papier ou blog, sites, .... à privilégier pour organiser ça. Ayant 14 à 15 jours, on arrivera à Ajaccio puis pensons visiter une partie Sud / Centre et une partie Nord-Ouest. Tout conseil est bienvenu, à bientôt,

Bonjour,

Je compte prendre l'avion de Nantes à Bastia en voyageant avec la compagnie Volotea.

Est ce que vous savez s'il y a un contrôle de la température dans l'un des aéroports ou par la compagnie aérienne?

Merci pour vos réponses

Bonjour !!

Je pars dans deux jours en Corse du sud avec une amie. J'aurai aimé savoir si vous connaissiez les bars sympas pour sortir danser le soir (si c'est encore possible avec tous ces masques!!). On sera à Figari, Bonifacio, Porto Vecchio... Histoire de rencontrer du moonde... nous avons 26 et 27 ans! Merci 🙂