Towns and Villages in Corsica

On the west coast of Corsica, Ajaccio (population about 50,000) has wood covered mountains circling it to the rear, and the port and citadelle towards the sea, on the Gulf of Ajaccio.

Bastia is a commercial port town (the most important on the island) found to the north-east of Corsica, in a beautiful location with the hills and Cap Corse behind the town. There are three sections of particular interest to visitors to Bastia: the old town, the citadel, and the old harbour.

The port town of Calvi, in the Balagne region of north-west Corsica, boasts the intrigue of traditional Corsican culture. Picturesque views of nature’s scenic beauty are seemingly everywhere you look, and there are many enjoyable places to spend time.

The Corsican center is the most mountainous area of the island. Between the Valley of Restonica and Tavignano, the town of Corte, is the historical capital of Corsica, was the seat of the first independent government. It is in a great location for exploring the mountains, valleys and scenery of...

The third largest town in Corsica and an important economic and tourist centre, Porto-Vecchio is situated in an exceptional environment offering a wide range of leisure activities whilst remaining pro-active in terms of culture.