Corsica is a stunning island that is located off the coast of France in the Mediterranean and is a beloved holiday destination for very good reason...in fact, for many good reasons but here are just five excellent ones to book a villa in Corsica today...
1. The Weather is Incredible
As one might imagine, due to its location in the Mediterranean, Corsica boasts a delightful climate. Expect mild winters with some rain (around eight days of rain per month is common, in fact, between November and February), if you're looking to getaway during the cooler months, with maximum temperatures of between just 14 and 15 degrees Celsius from December to March. In the spring, the temperature rises to an average of between 10 and 16 degrees Celsius but only gradually becomes more stable and pleasant as summer approaches. Autumn, meanwhile, is an excellent time for off-season breaks in Corsica as the average temperature for September is 20.5 degrees and 17 in October, though it can be a good deal warmer. Summer, meanwhile is the best time for sun-worshippers to plan a holiday in Corsica as temperatures are usually between the mid to late 20s and you can usually expect blue skies overhead. It is warmer on the coast, however, with it gradually becoming colder inland with the increasing altitude. Short bursts of more intense heat can roll in during the warmer months from Africa but, generally, it remains pleasantly warm with a breeze that tempers hotter days. The weather, therefore, is ideal for those who want pleasant temperatures without being scorched. Boasting more days of sunshine than anywhere else in France, it is a place where the late spring, summer, and autumn weather is just right for perfect holidays!
As one might imagine, due to its location in the Mediterranean, Corsica boasts a delightful climate. Expect mild winters with some rain (around eight days of rain per month is common, in fact, between November and February), if you're looking to getaway during the cooler months, with maximum temperatures of between just 14 and 15 degrees Celsius from December to March. In the spring, the temperature rises to an average of between 10 and 16 degrees Celsius but only gradually becomes more stable and pleasant as summer approaches. Autumn, meanwhile, is an excellent time for off-season breaks in Corsica as the average temperature for September is 20.5 degrees and 17 in October, though it can be a good deal warmer. Summer, meanwhile is the best time for sun-worshippers to plan a holiday in Corsica as temperatures are usually between the mid to late 20s and you can usually expect blue skies overhead. It is warmer on the coast, however, with it gradually becoming colder inland with the increasing altitude. Short bursts of more intense heat can roll in during the warmer months from Africa but, generally, it remains pleasantly warm with a breeze that tempers hotter days. The weather, therefore, is ideal for those who want pleasant temperatures without being scorched. Boasting more days of sunshine than anywhere else in France, it is a place where the late spring, summer, and autumn weather is just right for perfect holidays!
2. The Beaches Are Very Clean And Lovely
While there are plenty of lovely beaches on the mainland of France, Corsica boasts some of the cleanest beaches in the Mediterranean and some 1000km of coastline with a whopping 200 beaches to choose from. A mixture of pretty pebble beaches, long sandy bays, secret coves, resorts, and aquamarine waves hugged by dramatically craggy cliffs, there is a wide range of different kinds of beaches to choose from across the island and truly something for everyone, whether you're on vacation in Corsica and travelling as a couple, with kids as a family, in a group of pals, or any other combination. Some memorable examples include: the 1km stretch of soft sand that is Pinarello Beach, a 30km drive from Porto Vecchio, which has shallow waters that are ideal for children or weaker swimmers and water sports facilities such as windsurfing and boat rentals; Calvi's sweeping bay is another soft sandy stretch of coast that is 6km long and meets crystal waters that are some of the clearest in Corsica; and the unspoiled and secluded Cara Lunga 15 minutes east of Bonifacio boasts a stretch of reef to appeal to those interested in snorkelling and an off-the-beaten-track location for those after something more peaceful. Of course, as noted, there are 197 other beaches to choose from on the island! So, if you find a villa in Corsica, you'll never be short on choice of where to spend a day by the sea.
While there are plenty of lovely beaches on the mainland of France, Corsica boasts some of the cleanest beaches in the Mediterranean and some 1000km of coastline with a whopping 200 beaches to choose from. A mixture of pretty pebble beaches, long sandy bays, secret coves, resorts, and aquamarine waves hugged by dramatically craggy cliffs, there is a wide range of different kinds of beaches to choose from across the island and truly something for everyone, whether you're on vacation in Corsica and travelling as a couple, with kids as a family, in a group of pals, or any other combination. Some memorable examples include: the 1km stretch of soft sand that is Pinarello Beach, a 30km drive from Porto Vecchio, which has shallow waters that are ideal for children or weaker swimmers and water sports facilities such as windsurfing and boat rentals; Calvi's sweeping bay is another soft sandy stretch of coast that is 6km long and meets crystal waters that are some of the clearest in Corsica; and the unspoiled and secluded Cara Lunga 15 minutes east of Bonifacio boasts a stretch of reef to appeal to those interested in snorkelling and an off-the-beaten-track location for those after something more peaceful. Of course, as noted, there are 197 other beaches to choose from on the island! So, if you find a villa in Corsica, you'll never be short on choice of where to spend a day by the sea.
3. The Food Is Delicious
Corsica's cuisine is a wonderful mixture of French and Italian cuisine and is utterly delicious. In addition to the excellent sun-ripened vines producing wonderful local wines, the lush interior of the island with its forested hills and pastures where you'll find sheep and free-range pigs and wild boar, the clean rivers full of trout, the bountiful amounts of mushrooms growing in the woods, and the pleasant weather making for perfect food-growing conditions have all helped to create a varied and flavourful cuisine that makes it distinct and uniquely Corsican. Expect plenty of sheep and goat milk cheeses like Brocciu (a local equivalent of ricotta) and dishes, cured meats like Prisuttu AOC (Corsica's cured ham, which is matured for a minimum of 12 months and is a must), lots of chestnut-based dishes due to the wealth of the trees grown on the island between the 13th and 18th centuries including castagnini (chestnut flour fritters), endless seafood options from sardines to oysters, warming and wholesome stews like zuppa corsa (a vegetable minestrone prepared in a ham-bone stock), pasta dishes like gnocchi, and mouthwatering desserts like fiadone (a creamy lemon cheesecake). If you love to eat well and you love exploring new cuisines, the Franco-Italian fusion of the island makes a vacation rental in Corsica a must!
Corsica's cuisine is a wonderful mixture of French and Italian cuisine and is utterly delicious. In addition to the excellent sun-ripened vines producing wonderful local wines, the lush interior of the island with its forested hills and pastures where you'll find sheep and free-range pigs and wild boar, the clean rivers full of trout, the bountiful amounts of mushrooms growing in the woods, and the pleasant weather making for perfect food-growing conditions have all helped to create a varied and flavourful cuisine that makes it distinct and uniquely Corsican. Expect plenty of sheep and goat milk cheeses like Brocciu (a local equivalent of ricotta) and dishes, cured meats like Prisuttu AOC (Corsica's cured ham, which is matured for a minimum of 12 months and is a must), lots of chestnut-based dishes due to the wealth of the trees grown on the island between the 13th and 18th centuries including castagnini (chestnut flour fritters), endless seafood options from sardines to oysters, warming and wholesome stews like zuppa corsa (a vegetable minestrone prepared in a ham-bone stock), pasta dishes like gnocchi, and mouthwatering desserts like fiadone (a creamy lemon cheesecake). If you love to eat well and you love exploring new cuisines, the Franco-Italian fusion of the island makes a vacation rental in Corsica a must!
4. The Scenery Is Stunning
It's not just the coastline of Corsica that impresses visitors, however, the whole island is actually an undeniable looker! The landscape of the island is varied and incredibly beautiful from the pretty little beaches to the dramatic cliffs of the coast to the towering peaks and mountain pastures of the interior to everything in between. Alive with colour from the lush green hilltops to the azure seas to pink granite rocks on the coast to pale white slices of sandy beaches to glittering silver rivers: if you're looking for somewhere to breathe some fresh air and to get out and explore stunning surroundings, this is it. Escape your daily life and leave all your troubles behind as you refresh your senses with this extraordinary landscape. Wander the picture-perfect ancient citadel of Calvi, descend the famous King of Aragon's Stairway at the cliffs of Bonifacio, discover the UNESCO-awarded Scandola Nature Reserve's bays and red granite ravines, explore the dramatic glacier-moulded gorges and the valleys of the Gorges of Restonica and Tavignano, and admire those famous chestnut trees of Corsica in the region of Castagniccia, which is named for them.
It's not just the coastline of Corsica that impresses visitors, however, the whole island is actually an undeniable looker! The landscape of the island is varied and incredibly beautiful from the pretty little beaches to the dramatic cliffs of the coast to the towering peaks and mountain pastures of the interior to everything in between. Alive with colour from the lush green hilltops to the azure seas to pink granite rocks on the coast to pale white slices of sandy beaches to glittering silver rivers: if you're looking for somewhere to breathe some fresh air and to get out and explore stunning surroundings, this is it. Escape your daily life and leave all your troubles behind as you refresh your senses with this extraordinary landscape. Wander the picture-perfect ancient citadel of Calvi, descend the famous King of Aragon's Stairway at the cliffs of Bonifacio, discover the UNESCO-awarded Scandola Nature Reserve's bays and red granite ravines, explore the dramatic glacier-moulded gorges and the valleys of the Gorges of Restonica and Tavignano, and admire those famous chestnut trees of Corsica in the region of Castagniccia, which is named for them.
5. And That Means There Is Lots To See And Do...
Of course, a landscape like this is not meant to merely be viewed, it should be experienced and there are truly endless outdoor pursuits to be enjoyed in while on holiday in Corsica! Head to the archipelago of Lavezzi and you can enjoy incredible diving opportunities around the ten small islands in the area and their coves, secluded beaches, and naturally formed pools. Visit the Parc Naturel Régional de Corse to see some of the region's rare flora and fauna including the mouflon and the Corsican red deer while you hike the mountains and forests of the park. In fact, if you're interested in hiking, there are endless options to explore while on vacation in Corsica from the GR 20 to the Bavella Pass to Cascades des Anglais trails and more. If you're interested in something a little more relaxing, why not take a cruise around the beautiful Cap Corse and go for a dip in the impossibly blue waters, take in the craggy cliffs and lush green hills, and stop off at different beaches and villages. Those looking for more adventure, meanwhile, will find plenty of options: canyoning at Richiusa Canyon, Verghellu Canyon, and Zoïcu; quad biking in the Agriates Desert; kayaking at beaches like Pianterella Beach; climbing in the Balagne region and The Restonica Valley; paragliding in Ajaccio, Calvi, and Saint-Florent; taking Corsica's Trinichellu (literally meaning “little jigglling train”) through the country's stunning landscape; and more!
So, if you weren't already dying to go to Corsica, I'm sure you've plenty of new reasons to start browsing our villas in Corsica and to plan a trip today!
Of course, a landscape like this is not meant to merely be viewed, it should be experienced and there are truly endless outdoor pursuits to be enjoyed in while on holiday in Corsica! Head to the archipelago of Lavezzi and you can enjoy incredible diving opportunities around the ten small islands in the area and their coves, secluded beaches, and naturally formed pools. Visit the Parc Naturel Régional de Corse to see some of the region's rare flora and fauna including the mouflon and the Corsican red deer while you hike the mountains and forests of the park. In fact, if you're interested in hiking, there are endless options to explore while on vacation in Corsica from the GR 20 to the Bavella Pass to Cascades des Anglais trails and more. If you're interested in something a little more relaxing, why not take a cruise around the beautiful Cap Corse and go for a dip in the impossibly blue waters, take in the craggy cliffs and lush green hills, and stop off at different beaches and villages. Those looking for more adventure, meanwhile, will find plenty of options: canyoning at Richiusa Canyon, Verghellu Canyon, and Zoïcu; quad biking in the Agriates Desert; kayaking at beaches like Pianterella Beach; climbing in the Balagne region and The Restonica Valley; paragliding in Ajaccio, Calvi, and Saint-Florent; taking Corsica's Trinichellu (literally meaning “little jigglling train”) through the country's stunning landscape; and more!
So, if you weren't already dying to go to Corsica, I'm sure you've plenty of new reasons to start browsing our villas in Corsica and to plan a trip today!
