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Holidays to Northern Corsica
Haute-Corse, as it’s known in French, is in the north of the island, as its name suggests, and it has some of Corsica’s most beautiful gems, starting with the northern capital, Bastia. This is not only one of the prettiest regions in France, but it also has a great many activities on offer. Whether you’re an adventurer, a beach bunny or a gourmet food lover, you’ll be glad you made the journey here!
If you arrive in Northern Corsica by plane or boat to Bastia, you can start your trip by exploring the town. Its old fortress, or ‘bastiglia’, which gave the town its name, has a great many surprises in store for you, as does the Old Port. Also not to be missed are the Governors’ Palace and the Romieu Gardens. Lastly, Bastia is also famous for its market, where you will be able to try local charcuterie like coppa and lonzu, as well as delicious Corsican cheeses.
Bastia is a perfect point of departure for a trip around the Cape of Corsica, which you can explore by motorbike or on foot, for more adventurous types and avid hikers. As you cross the spectacular landscape, you will pass numerous picturesque villages by the sea, before finally arriving in the magnificent town of Saint-Florent. Here you will discover another impressive fortress and a gourmet farmers’ market, as well as Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral and the local beaches. Divers will be in their element here! Just outside the town, there is some outstanding scenery and excellent opportunities for walks in the Agriates Desert.
Saint-Florent is also a good starting point for getting to hidden beaches like Lotu and Saleccia, which are difficult to reach but well worth the effort. Other coastal destinations popular with walkers and divers are L’Île-Rousse and, a bit further south, Calvi with its fortress. Hang around and enjoy the laidback lifestyle here, or keep moving and set off on an exploration of the nearby Bonifato Forest.
To get to Northern Corsica, you can get on a plane to Bastia Airport, or travel by ferry from Toulon, Nice or Marseille. Some ferry companies also offer crossings that connect mainland Europe directly to Calvi and L’Île-Rousse.
Hiring a car to get around the island is highly recommended, and there are many places to do this in Bastia. So what are you waiting for? Have a great trip to Northern Corsica!
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Hôtel La Casa Rossa & Spa
Boulevard Pasquini, L'Ile-RousseBeautiful hotel. Very relaxed. Nice friendly staff. Room was clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again.
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Hôtel Posta Vecchia
1 rue Posta Vecchia, Quai des Martyrs, Bastia, Haute-corseNice simple clean and quiet hotel in a good location for buses and trains.Good value for money in Bastia.
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Best Western Plus Santa Maria
route du port BP 107, L'Ile-Rousse, Haute-CorseNice spacious room with large bed and shower. Modern and clean.
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Hôtel Mercure Bastia Biguglia
After travelling overnight to Corsica we were looking for a hotel to relax in for the day before starting our hiking holiday. The rooms we're lovely and clean. Friendly staff and a fantastic spa! Only thing they could improve on is a vegan option on the menu but as we found this is hard to find in ...
Hôtel Cyrnea
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Hôtel Il Tramonto
Route de Porto, Calvi, Haute CorseGood basic hotel about 10 minutes from the center of Calvi. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. And they have plenty of parking. The breakfasts were ok--just some bread and croissants. The hotel was not accepting credit cards on any days during out stay, so if you stay here you may have to ...
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Hotel Mariana
Avenue Santa Maria, Calvi, Haute-CorseReally nice hotel with all amenities, kettle, safe, balcony up a steep hill, close to train station and an easy walk to Calvi citadel. Outstanding feature was roof terrace and swimming pool which was shared with posher sister hotel. Nice bakery underneath the hotel for those who don't want to try ...
Best Western Corsica Hotel Bastia Centre
20 Avenue Jean Zuccarelli, Bastia, Haute-CorseReally modern,nice and clean place with perfect family room.Good kitchen, very kind waiter even he could have needed a hand when restaurant was full.
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