The most beautiful places in Upper Corsica

It’s time to discover the most beautiful places that Upper Corsica can offer you!

What to see and where to go in Corsica?

You are going to stay in Corsica and would like to plan your itinerary; what to do, what to see, where to go? Find our selection of the 25 most beautiful places to see in Corsica. Among all the treasures that the Isle of Beauty offers, we have selected the most beautiful places in Upper Corsica. From the sea to the mountains, from towns to waterfalls via mountain passes and lakes, discover our ranking of the most beautiful places in Upper Corsica so you know where to go in Northern Corsica.

Corsica, the Isle of Beauty, and Northern Corsica under the Mediterranean sun with heavenly panoramas, its beaches and turquoise waters, its wild coves and its superb areas of preserved nature can only win over tourists from all over the world. Among the natural wonders of its territory, there are of course the Agriates Desert, in the north-east of Corsica, and Cap Corse, an island within the island that is the most open to the sea.

Being able to choose between sea and mountain landscapes, between a lazy afternoon at the beach or a hike in the mountains — these are the many advantages of spending a camping holiday in Corsica. Everyone will find something to enjoy! For lovers of nature and active holidays, the mountain landscapes, the lakes and the interior of the Isle of Beauty will bring their share of wonders. Mountain and hiking enthusiasts will enjoy discovering Corsica and the choice of activities offered by its majestic mountains. Often hostile but so bewitching, the Corsican mountains offer sporting itineraries that add even more to the spirit and the beauty of the territory of Corsica and Northern Corsica.

Torn between outdoor sports and relaxation for your camping holiday in Upper Corsica? The beautiful Corsican valleys and their natural pools welcome you with open arms through their hiking trails in the heart of the Corsica Regional Natural Park. A must-see, the Restonica Valley is a jewel of wild nature in Corsica with its emerald lakes, its gorges and its crystal-coloured waterfalls.

The Agriates Desert

Located between Saint-Florent and the Ostriconi Valley, the Désert des Agriates covers 16,000 hectares and 35 km of coastline.

Discover the famous Corsican Desert

Cap Corse

“An island within an island” is what best describes this northernmost part of the island.

Discover Cap Corse

Lake Melo

Lake Melo at 1,711m is located below Lake Capitello in the heart of the Corsica Regional Natural Park and offers breathtaking natural scenery.

Learn more about Lake Melo

Lake Capitello

Lake Capitello at 1,930m is surrounded by relatively impressive rocky peaks.

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Monte Cinto

Among the best-known peaks, Monte Cinto, the highest summit in Corsica culminating at 2706 meters, starting from the Haut-Asco resort.

It’s time to climb Monte Cinto

Monte d’Oro

Via Vizzavona, Monte d’Oro at 2389 meters, a sporty hike that also involves a bit of climbing.

It’s time to gain some altitude!

Monte Rotondo

Via Vizzavona, Monte d’Oro at 2389 meters, a sporty hike that also involves a bit of climbing.

Discover Monte Rotondo

The Restonica Valley

In the heart of the Corsica Regional Natural Park, you will discover the Restonica gorges during a 20km hike starting from Corte.

Discover the Restonica Valley

The Asco Valley

Between Niolo and Balagne, amidst gorges, forests, mountains and lakes, the 35km-long Asco Valley will delight all hikers.

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The Fango Valley

In the heart of the Corsica Regional Natural Park, you will discover the Restonica gorges during a 20km hike starting from Corte.

Learn more about the Fango Valley

The Bonifatu Forest

Located in the northwest of Corsica in Balagne, this forest massif of over 3000 hectares is a true haven of peace.

Discover the Bonifatu Forest

Town of Corte

It is the historic and cultural capital of Corsica. The town occupies a central place on the island of beauty.

Discover Corte

Occi Village

The abandoned village of Occi is located on a plateau at an altitude of 377 metres above the village of Lumio, offering a panoramic view over the valley below and the sea stretching as far as the eye can see.

Venturing into the village of Occi

Frequently asked questions about the most beautiful places in Haute-Corse

What are the most beautiful places to see in Haute-Corse?

Haute-Corse brings together highly contrasting landscapes: the Agriates desert and Cap Corse on the sea side, the high peaks and glacial lakes of the Regional Natural Park on the mountain side, not to mention villages steeped in history such as Corte. To broaden your selection, also discover the most beautiful beaches in Haute-Corse, the most beautiful waterfalls and the Corsican villages not to be missed.

What is the most beautiful coastal spot in Haute-Corse?

Two sites stand out clearly: the Agriates desert, with its 35 km of wild coastline between Saint-Florent and l’Ostriconi, and Cap Corse, nicknamed “the island within the island”. If you are planning a full tour of the coastline, the selection of the most beautiful beaches in Corsica as seen by our Corsica Vacanze network complements this list well.

Which peaks offer the most beautiful panoramas of Haute-Corse?

Three peaks vie for the spotlight: Monte Cinto, the island’s highest point at 2706 m, Monte Rotondo at 2622 m, and Monte d’Oro, more challenging with some climbing sections. Find all the routes on our hiking in Haute-Corse page.

Which mountain lakes should you visit in Haute-Corse?

Lake Melo (1711 m) and Lake Capitello (1930 m), accessible from Corte via the Restonica valley, are among the most beautiful glacial lakes on the island. Discover all the lake sites on our the lakes of Haute-Corse page.

Which valleys and forests should you explore in Haute-Corse?

Four itineraries stand out: the gorges of the Restonica valley starting from Corte, the Asco valley between Niolo and Balagne, the Fango valley and the Bonifatu forest, a true haven of peace in Balagne. To extend your hiking to the little-visited coves of the southern coast, the network also offers a guide to secret hikes and beaches near campsites in Corsica.

Are Corte and the abandoned village of Occi worth the detour?

Yes, they are two architectural treasures of the island. Corte, the historic and cultural capital of Corsica, occupies an ideal central position for exploring the Restonica and the mountain lakes. The abandoned village of Occi, perched at 377 m above Lumio, offers a panoramic view over the valley and the sea. Find more gems on our page the villages of Corsica, or stay nearby thanks to the campsites in Corte.

How do you organise a camping stay to discover all these sites?

The best option remains the touring circuit, which lets you link up the coast, mountains and villages without retracing your steps: see our tours in Haute-Corse and the list of our partner campsites. Our agency Corsica Vacanze also offers turnkey packages such as camping in freedom, or a complete overview of the network’s campsites in Haute-Corse.

<0>And in Corse-du-Sud, are there equally beautiful places?<1>

Absolutely. Bonifacio, the Calanques de Piana or the natural pools of Purcaraccia are among the must-sees further south. Find our full selection on <0>the most beautiful places in Corse-du-Sud<1> to put together a stay that covers the whole island.

From the Agriates desert to the peaks of Monte Cinto, via the lakes of Melo and Capitello or the narrow streets of Corte, Haute-Corse condenses into a single territory everything that makes the island of beauty so rich. Whether you prefer lounging by the sea or hiking at altitude, every campsite in the <0>Camping Haute-Corse<1> network is an ideal base for exploring these sites, alone or as part of a discovery tour. All that’s left is to choose your base camp and set off to discover these most beautiful places.