Corsica Holiday Planner
Capital: Ajaccio
Currency: Euro
Language: French (Corsu is spoken by many locals)
Climate: Corsica enjoys a classic Mediterranean climate, with long, hot, and sunny summers—July and August temperatures typically reach 28–30°C along the coast. Winters are generally mild, with January and February lows ranging from 1–15°C, though the island’s high mountains can see significant snowfall. Sunshine is abundant throughout the year, but the island still experiences clear seasonal patterns: dry summers and wetter periods in autumn and spring. Corsica’s rugged interior creates numerous microclimates, where temperatures drop sharply with altitude, offering a striking contrast to the warm, breezy coastal zones.
Electricity: Powersockets and plugs of type E -230V at a frequency of 50Hz
Safety: Corsica is generally a safe, welcoming destination, but visitors should watch for petty theft (pickpocketing) in busy tourist spots and be cautious of challenging mountain roads, requiring good preparation for hiking and driving.
Transportation: Tourists in Corsica will find that renting a car is the most convenient way to explore the island, offering the freedom to reach beaches, villages, and mountain areas that public transport doesn’t always serve. While buses provide regional connections and the island’s scenic train line links major cities such as Ajaccio, Bastia, Corte, and Calvi, schedules can be limited. Taxis and ride‑sharing services, including Uber, are available but tend to be more expensive. For those arriving from mainland France or Italy, ferries operated by Corsica Ferries and Corsica Linea offer regular crossings, making the island accessible by sea as well as by air.
Currency: Euro
Language: French (Corsu is spoken by many locals)
Climate: Corsica enjoys a classic Mediterranean climate, with long, hot, and sunny summers—July and August temperatures typically reach 28–30°C along the coast. Winters are generally mild, with January and February lows ranging from 1–15°C, though the island’s high mountains can see significant snowfall. Sunshine is abundant throughout the year, but the island still experiences clear seasonal patterns: dry summers and wetter periods in autumn and spring. Corsica’s rugged interior creates numerous microclimates, where temperatures drop sharply with altitude, offering a striking contrast to the warm, breezy coastal zones.
Electricity: Powersockets and plugs of type E -230V at a frequency of 50Hz
Safety: Corsica is generally a safe, welcoming destination, but visitors should watch for petty theft (pickpocketing) in busy tourist spots and be cautious of challenging mountain roads, requiring good preparation for hiking and driving.
Transportation: Tourists in Corsica will find that renting a car is the most convenient way to explore the island, offering the freedom to reach beaches, villages, and mountain areas that public transport doesn’t always serve. While buses provide regional connections and the island’s scenic train line links major cities such as Ajaccio, Bastia, Corte, and Calvi, schedules can be limited. Taxis and ride‑sharing services, including Uber, are available but tend to be more expensive. For those arriving from mainland France or Italy, ferries operated by Corsica Ferries and Corsica Linea offer regular crossings, making the island accessible by sea as well as by air.
Must see & do attractions
Calvi
Calvi is a beautiful town centred around the Bastille that overlooks this busy port town. Nestled along the Northwestern Corsican coast, Calvi is a must visit destination for those seeking a blend of history, natural beauty and vibrant culture.
From the stunning beaches to the lively marina, there is so much to see and do.
Calvi is a beautiful town centred around the Bastille that overlooks this busy port town. Nestled along the Northwestern Corsican coast, Calvi is a must visit destination for those seeking a blend of history, natural beauty and vibrant culture.
From the stunning beaches to the lively marina, there is so much to see and do.
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The Gulf or Porto is a gulf of the Mediterranean sea located on the western side of Corsica. The area is well known for its dramatic coloration and dramatic cliffs. At sunset, the rocks/cliffs turn a reddish colour.
The gulf and surrounding coast is part of the Regional Natural Park of Corsica and the area was designated as a Unesco World Heritage Site, encompassing the Calanques de Piana, Gulf of Girolata and Scandola Nature Reserve due to its outstanding rich marine life.
The gulf and surrounding coast is part of the Regional Natural Park of Corsica and the area was designated as a Unesco World Heritage Site, encompassing the Calanques de Piana, Gulf of Girolata and Scandola Nature Reserve due to its outstanding rich marine life.
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Foret D'Aitone:
Foret D'Aitone near the village of Evisa dominates the Gulf of Porto. The area is a walkers paradise where you can admire the jagged mountains, the chestnut forests and the river canyons. Wild pigs can be spotted as well in these regions.
Foret D'Aitone near the village of Evisa dominates the Gulf of Porto. The area is a walkers paradise where you can admire the jagged mountains, the chestnut forests and the river canyons. Wild pigs can be spotted as well in these regions.
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Bonafacio
Located on the southern tip of Corsica, Bonafacio is perched on a dramatic limestone cliff overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.
The ancient town hangs above the sea, providing spectacular views that extend along Corsica's coastline and as far as Sardinia. It's a must-visit destination when you find yourself in Corsica.
Located on the southern tip of Corsica, Bonafacio is perched on a dramatic limestone cliff overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.
The ancient town hangs above the sea, providing spectacular views that extend along Corsica's coastline and as far as Sardinia. It's a must-visit destination when you find yourself in Corsica.
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Bastia
Bastia is a busy port where many of the ferries from mainland France and Italy arrive. Bastia has the charm of a an old Mediterranean city with its narrow streets and colourful houses with shutters.
The Bastille (or fortress) overlooks the town. Place Saint Nicolas or Place du Marche are popular meeting place for locals.
Bastia is a busy port where many of the ferries from mainland France and Italy arrive. Bastia has the charm of a an old Mediterranean city with its narrow streets and colourful houses with shutters.
The Bastille (or fortress) overlooks the town. Place Saint Nicolas or Place du Marche are popular meeting place for locals.
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Corte:
Blessed with a stunning natural setting, Corte is surrounded by jagged peaks at the confluence of several rivers. Centring on a towering pinnacle that’s been fortified for over 2000 years, it still stands at the heart of Corsican identity. When Pascal Paoli made it the capital of his short-lived Corsican republic in 1755, most of Corte’s population lived within its hilltop citadel.
Corte is a lively town where there is plenty of choice from bars and restaurants.
Blessed with a stunning natural setting, Corte is surrounded by jagged peaks at the confluence of several rivers. Centring on a towering pinnacle that’s been fortified for over 2000 years, it still stands at the heart of Corsican identity. When Pascal Paoli made it the capital of his short-lived Corsican republic in 1755, most of Corte’s population lived within its hilltop citadel.
Corte is a lively town where there is plenty of choice from bars and restaurants.
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Aleria
Aleria has a vibrant past that goes back 8000 years. From the Neolithic period to the Bronze Age, farmers settled in the area exploiting the natural resources.
Fast forward the clock to 259BC when the Romans started settling in the area. A roman town was built that included a Roman forum, court, Roman Thermal Baths, shops,....
Excavations have unearthed many of these buildings and a huge quantity of Roman artifacts which can be admired in the museum.
Aleria has a vibrant past that goes back 8000 years. From the Neolithic period to the Bronze Age, farmers settled in the area exploiting the natural resources.
Fast forward the clock to 259BC when the Romans started settling in the area. A roman town was built that included a Roman forum, court, Roman Thermal Baths, shops,....
Excavations have unearthed many of these buildings and a huge quantity of Roman artifacts which can be admired in the museum.
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Most spectacular walk
Corsica is a walkers paradise. The most famous walk is the GR20 long distance path which is the thougest trail in Europe. The 180 kilometer long path runs from the village of Calenzana to Calvi, thus stretching from the northwestern to the southeastern part of the island. The path traverses through stunning pine forests, crosses across high jagged mountains and along streams.
Must try dish
Corsica has an abundance of fresh ingredients being surrounded by the sea. But it's not just seafood in Corsica, meat on offer ranges from Wild Boar to the many salami's.
Civet de Sanglier
Wild Boar Stew is arguably the signature dish of Corsica. Using local herbs as its base, its rich in flavour.
Pizzas
Many of the Corsican restaurants have the wood-fired pizza ovens on their patio. Both seafood and meat pizzas are on offer, and Corsican cheeses like Brocciu or Casgiu Merzu provide the pizza with their distinctive taste and creamy texture.
Civet de Sanglier
Wild Boar Stew is arguably the signature dish of Corsica. Using local herbs as its base, its rich in flavour.
Pizzas
Many of the Corsican restaurants have the wood-fired pizza ovens on their patio. Both seafood and meat pizzas are on offer, and Corsican cheeses like Brocciu or Casgiu Merzu provide the pizza with their distinctive taste and creamy texture.
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