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Located in the Mediterranean, the stunning island of Corsica is a French territory but, due to its position, has shifted hands between Italy and France on several occasions throughout the centuries. As a result, its towns and culture reflect this mixed heritage beautifully, and its breath-taking landscape seals the deal: it is a truly gorgeous place. For those interested in the great outdoors – be that exploring it, photographing it, or just looking at it – Corsica is an ideal destination and a must-see in France. From craggy peaks lined with hiking routes to water almost too blue to be real, stacked villages backing right up to rugged cliffs to impressive rock formations emerging from the sea, and ancient fortifications and pretty lighthouses lining the coast to painterly sunsets that astound, Corsica is a jewel-box of an island, full of delights and surprises, just waiting to be explored.

As travel is not possible quite at the moment and we are all long due and in need of a holiday, we thought we'd compile some wonderful photos of beautiful Corsica to help sate your wanderlust (or perhaps stoke it?) and for you to enjoy at home for now so you can compile a list of all of the incredible sights you want to go and see when we are free to move about once more. So, for now, may enjoying these photographs of Corsica in the comfort and safety of your home suffice until you are able to see the majestic beauty of the island for yourself, in person.

The lush and rugged landscape of Corsica is famously beautiful and is one of the countless things that makes it such an appealing holiday destination for many travellers. If you are in search of unforgettable scenery and views to cleanse your eyes and soul and a place where there is ample opportunity for heading out there, stretching your legs, breathing in the freshest of air, exploring, and getting far away from the normal routines and worries of everyday life, a vacation rental in Corsica is just the ticket!

However, not everyone who plans a vacation in Corsica will be up for long, laborious hikes – you are on holidays after all! So, if you are looking for a taste of the beauty of this part of the world and you want to do some leg-stretching without quite signing up for a major expedition then we recommend a trip to the impressive and lovely La Cascade de Piscia di Gallo.

Stunning Corsica is a little slice of paradise on earth and is filled with gorgeous towns and landscapes and wee surprises dotted all over the place. One such little surprise that you might find yourself stumbling upon is the Staircase of The King of Aragon (or the Escalier du Roi d’Aragon), an incredible stone stairwell carved out of the side of a cliff in Bonifacio. Steep, striking, and extraordinary, it is one of those unique curiosities about a place that one should pop along to and see for themselves while on holidays. If you have found a vacation rental in Corsica and are seeking out everything wonderful and special and unique about this beautiful island, swing by this rather unusual gem.

Colmar is a border city in France that is nestled physically and culturally against both France and Germany and Switzerland. It is the capital of the Alsacian wine region and is surrounded by vineyards and lovely pastoral landscapes. The charming city itself is pulled right from the pages of a colourful storybook, with little traditional houses in an astonishing array of pretty rainbow shades, floral displays and beds of bright blooms dotted all over, and a canal that runs through the historic centre of the city. It is said canal that has given this part of the city the nickname of “Little Venice” and, if you are exploring Colmar, it is an absolute must to ensure that you spend some time there in order to fully enjoy the picturesque prettiness and charming atmosphere for which the city is famous. Just browse our vacation rentals near Colmar and come explore this fairytale destination for yourself!

Beautiful Avignon is a stunning medieval city in the south-east of France, on the left bank of the Rhône river, that has a UNESCO-awarded ancient walled city centre. It is a magical and utterly picturesque place and the ideal spot to escape to for a relaxing getaway. Just browse our vacation rentals in Avignon and go get lost in its timeless grandeur and pretty charm and enjoy a taste of the relaxed and slow-paced Provençal lifestyle. While you’re in the city, be sure to visit her crowning glory, the Rocher des Doms, or Jardin des Doms, a lovely public garden that is perched high above and affords incredible views over Avignon and the surrounding area.