OUEST CORSICA TOURIST REGION

Corsica at wild state

The region known as Ouest Corse stretches from north of Ajaccio to south of Calvi. This area comprises 33 communes and offers an incredible wealth of landscapes. From the white sandy beaches of Tiuccia, Sagone and Cargèse to the spectacular mineral landscapes of the Calanche de Piana, the mountain peaks and lakes of the hinterland, the vast forests such as that of Aitone and the Scandola nature reserve with its unrivalled scenery, this region promises an unforgettable experience of discovery for your visitors.

OUEST CORSICA TOURIST OFFICE

Why plan for this destination?

-          Good accommodation capacity: 16,000 market beds.

-          Numerous outdoor and water sports activities.

-          Best sea/mountain ratio over a very short distance.

-          At the heart of many major hiking trails: GR20, Mare e Monti, Mare a Mare, etc.

-          Unesco World Heritage Site.

Its strengths

-          Authentic, unspoilt natural sites, far from the crowds.

-          Variety of beaches: fine sand, pebbles, rocky coast, coves...

-          Extensive network of hiking trails for all levels.

-          Quality local crafts and products.

-          Unesco site.

 

Must-sees

-          Gulf of Porto Unesco site (Calanche de Piana, Girolata, Scandola).

-          Natural pools and waterfalls of Aïtone.

-          Lake Creno.

-          Cargèse and its two churches.

-          The isolated village of Muna.

 

Hidden gems

-          Swimming at the Azzana bridge and visits to the Cruzzini villages.

-          Convent of Vico.

-          Monte Lazzu and its prehistoric remains.

 

Accommodation profiles

16,000 market beds, mainly family accommodation.

Group accommodation

2* & 3* hotels.

 

Professional contacts

JEANINE PIERAGGI

promotion officer

promotion@ouestcorsica.com

 

LAETIZIA ADAMI

Partnership Officer

partenariat@ouestcorsica.com


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