The must-see villages of Haute-Corse
Corsica is known for its paradise beaches, its many hiking trails and its gastronomy. Whether they are located along the coastline or in the heights of the hinterland, Corsican villages have managed to preserve their authenticity and charm over time.
We have compiled for you a list of the 14 most beautiful villages in Corsica.
Set off to discover the most beautiful villages of Haute-Corse!
For your next holiday, it’s decided: you’ll head for the Mediterranean, to Northern Corsica. From Cap Corse to L’Île-Rousse via Balagne, the regions and landscapes of Northern Corsica offer some of the most spectacular and varied natural sites on the Island of Beauty. How can you not be charmed by the expanses of maquis, the rugged coastline, the fine sandy beaches with their surprisingly clear water, whose warmth will gently envelop you in the heart of summer. Beautiful Corsican villages will dot every landscape along the quaysides and on the heights of the hinterland.
Apart from the most remarkable Corsican towns of Northern Corsica such as Calvi and Bastia, the Island of Beauty boasts a large number of well-preserved villages that make up the charm of Corsica. On the roads from Balagne to Cap Corse via the Northern Centre of Corsica, along the quays or in the heights of the hinterland: Centuri, the langoustine port, Sant’Antonino, a medieval village, Pigna, the craftsmen’s village, Lama, Corsica’s green resort, Lumio, the village of light… They all deserve a visit during your trip to Haute-Corse!
For a tour of the most beautiful Corsican villages in the most beautiful regions
Immerse yourself in the narrow streets of Corsica’s stunning villages, lost on a small mountain road or perched on a promontory of dazzling white rock. Often located on mountainsides, the villages of Haute-Corse always have considerable charm. From stone walls to olive trees, they have preserved their authenticity, sometimes difficult to access by car, which adds to their charm—reach them via bright, green trails.
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Centuri
Centuri is a fishing village in Cap Corse. It is the marina, Cannelle, located in the hinterland.
Discover CenturiErbalunga
Located 10 km north of Bastia, Erbalunga is a major destination in Cap Corse.
Discover ErbalungaSaint Florent
Nestled in the hollow of its imposing gulf in Cap Corse, Saint-Florent has become over the years a sought-after destination in Corsica.
Pigna
Located in the heart of Balagne, Pigna is one of the oldest villages in Corsica. Its small flower-filled alleys will allow you to discover a floral side of Corsica
Discover PignaMonticello
If you are looking for calm and tranquility, the small village of Monticello in Balagne is made for you.
Discover MonticelloSant’Antonino
Sant’Antonino is one of the most beautiful villages in France and Corsica, a medieval site that deserves a visit during your stay on the Isle of Beauty.
Discover Sant’AntoninoLama
The medieval village of Lama, located in the Ostriconi valley, was hit by rural exodus during the last century.
Discover LamaMontemaggiore
Surrounded by mountains, including Monte Gosso, Montemaggiore is a village in Balagne, one of the most beautiful in the northwest of the island.
Discover MontemaggioreSpeloncato
The history of the village of Speloncato dates back to the Neolithic period, when it served as a refuge for inhabitants.
Discover SpeloncatoLumio
Above the turquoise waters of the Calvi bay beaches lies Lumio, an authentic village of Balagne.
Discover LumioNonza
Perched on the west coast of Cap Corse, Nonza is a historic village of Corsica. With its 75 year-round residents, it is highly popular during the summer season.
Discover NonzaPenta Di Casinca
Penta di Casinca is the only village classified as a “Picturesque Site of the Corsican Department” since 1973.
Discover Penta Di CasincaCervione
The village of Cervione is located at an altitude of 350m and stretches down to Prunete beach on the eastern coast of the island.
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Photo credit: Thanks to the photographers from Wikimedia Commons for their illustrations. Thanks to Lamberto Zannotti for the image of Erbalunga (CC BY-SA 3.0), Pierre Bona for the shots of Monticello, Lama, Lumio and Speloncato (CC BY-SA 3.0), Jean-Pol GRANDMONT for the view of Montemaggiore (CC BY 3.0), Pascaline2b for the photo of Penta-di-Casinca (CC BY-SA 3.0) and Vincentpedia for the one of Cervione (CC BY-SA 4.0).

