The most beautiful beaches of Haute-Corse

Corsica has over 1000km of coastline, ranging from fine sandy beaches to the pebble beaches of Cap Corse. With its many coves, some of which are not accessible by car, enjoy the crystal-clear waters or a snorkelling trip to observe the seabed.
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The most beautiful beaches of Haute-Corse

During your visit to northern Corsica, enjoy the wild pebble beaches of Cap Corse, or the fine sandy beaches of Balagne and the Agriates desert.
Lined with crystal-clear waters with turquoise reflections, where the temperature reaches 26-27°C in summer, there is something for every taste.

Families will choose the town beaches of Calvi, L’Île-Rousse or Saint-Florent, where the waters are often shallow and several are supervised. Adults and children alike will be delighted to ride the Petit Train des Plages with its yellow and red carriages, which links Calvi to L’Île-Rousse along the coast. Like a shuttle, the Trinichellu stops at every beach and offers spectacular views of the coastline, in a fun and relaxing way. Not for passengers in a hurry!

On the Eastern Coast with its warm, gentle waters, families and watersports enthusiasts will love Moriani Plage, the festive resort of Costa Verde with its 17 km of beach! Nature lovers will not be able to resist the slightly wilder beaches of Cap Corse, bordering a Natura 2000 protected marine area where dolphins come to frolic.

The more sporty types and fans of water sports can enjoy kayaking, pedal boating or jet skiing, particularly on the beaches of Calvi, Saint-Florent or L’Île-Rousse; fans of sport diving should not miss the seabeds around Galeria, with, to the north of Scandola, colourful seabeds of great beauty.

The most romantic will move away from the crowds to the paradise setting of the Agriates, in particular the beaches of Saleccia or Ostriconi. Many are accessible only by boat or on foot, along the magnificent Customs Officers’ Path that runs along the coast from Saint-Florent, a magical combination of the blue of the sea, golden sand and typical Mediterranean vegetation made up of pines, olive trees and holm oaks. .

Sometimes it is the chance to isolate yourself in a cove of white sand, alone, with clear, crystalline water there for the taking.

Here is our selection of the 10 most beautiful beaches in Haute-Corse:

Barcaggio Beach

This is the northernmost beach in Corsica, 1 km long, in Cap Corse. It is suitable for families and offers a view of the island of Giraglia.

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Nonza Beach

Nonza beach is located on the west coast of Cap Corse and is one of the most famous in the region. It is one of the most unique beaches in Corsica.

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Roya Beach

Roya beach is located in Saint-Florent, between the port and the Aliso river. It is supervised during the summer season.

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Lotu Beach

The beach is located in the Agriates desert, next to Saint-Florent. It is accessible either via the customs trail from Saint-Florent.

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Saleccia Beach

Saleccia Beach is one of the most famous beaches on the island, located in the Agriates desert, in northern Corsica.

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Ostriconi Beach

This 700-meter sandy bay is bordered to the north by the Agriates desert and to the south by Île Rousse.

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Bodri Beach

Located in Corbara in Balagne, this sandy beach is 400m long and is one of the most beautiful in northern Corsica.

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Pinède Beach

The Pinède de Calvi beach is a treasure, right opposite the town’s citadel, which protected the region’s famous port for centuries.

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Argentella Beach

Argentella Beach is part of the Crovani Bay, between Galéria and Calvi. This wild natural site is barely urbanized.

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Lozari Beach

The Pinède de Calvi beach is a treasure, right opposite the town’s citadel, which protected the region’s famous port for centuries.

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FAQ – The most beautiful beaches in Haute-Corse

What is the most beautiful beach in Haute-Corse?

There is no single answer: it all depends on the atmosphere you are looking for. The Saleccia beach, in the Agriates desert, is one of the most iconic on the island with its fine sand and turquoise waters. Nature lovers will prefer Nonza beach, on the west coast of Cap Corse, renowned for its unique setting.

Which beaches in Haute-Corse are suitable for families with children?

The family-friendly beaches of Haute-Corse are mainly found in Calvi, Île Rousse and Saint-Florent: shallow waters, often supervised in summer. Barcaggio beach, the northernmost in Corsica, is also suitable for families with its view of the island of Giraglia. For a stay near these beaches, head to the campsites in Calvi or Saint-Florent.

How do you reach the wild beaches of the Agriates desert (Saleccia, Lotu)?

The beaches of the Agriates desert, such as Lotu beach or Saleccia beach, can only be reached by boat or on foot via the Sentier des Douaniers, which follows the coastline from Saint-Florent. No drivable road leads directly to these unspoilt beaches.

What is the water temperature in summer in Haute-Corse?

The water on the beaches of northern Corsica reaches an average of 26 to 27°C in summer, both on the fine sandy beaches of Balagne and on the cooler ones of Cap Corse.

What water sports can you enjoy on the beaches of Haute-Corse?

The beaches of Calvi, Saint-Florent and Île Rousse are well suited to kayaking, pedal boating and jet-skiing. Scuba diving enthusiasts will head instead to Galéria and northern Scandola, renowned for their colourful seabeds. See all water sports in Haute-Corse, including scuba diving, kayaking and jet-ski rental.

What are the wildest beaches of Cap Corse?

The Cap Corse is home to the wildest beaches in Haute-Corse, on the edge of a Natura 2000 protected marine area where dolphins swim. Barcaggio beach, at the very north of the island, and Nonza beach, on the west coast, are the most striking examples. To stay nearby, see the campsites of Cap Corse.

Which campsite should you choose to be close to the most beautiful beaches of Haute-Corse?

It depends on the area you are targeting: the campsites of Calvi and Île Rousse for Balagne, the campsites of Saint-Florent to reach the Agriates, or the campsites of Moriani and Bravone to enjoy the 17 km of beach on the East Coast.

How do you get between the beaches of Calvi and Île Rousse?

The Petit Train des Plages (the Trinichellu), recognizable by its yellow and red carriages, links Calvi to Île Rousse along the coast and stops at every beach along the route, a practical and picturesque solution for visiting several beaches without a car.

What is the largest beach in Haute-Corse?

On the East Coast, Moriani Plage stretches over no less than 17 km of sand. In Balagne, Lozari beach, in Belgodère, is among the largest sandy beaches in the region at 1.5 km long.

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