Calvi and its region

During your week in Calvi, you’ll explore a Genoese citadel perched on a peninsula, a long sandy beach right in the heart of town, hilltop villages, and excursions to UNESCO World Heritage sites. We’ve explored the region many times, and Calvi is the perfect base from which to explore the entire Balagne region. Here is […]

With a week in Balagne, you can alternate between sandy beaches, Genoese villages perched on their rocky spurs, boat excursions to listed nature reserves and hikes in unspoilt forests. We’ve been to this region several times, and each visit reveals something new: here’s our ideal itinerary for visiting Balagne in 1 week. Practical tips for […]

The Balagne region, nicknamed Corsica’s garden, is home to some of the island’s most well-kept establishments. Between sea, scrubland and hilltop villages, the region offers an exceptional natural setting for a handful of luxury hotels. In this article, discover our selection of the 6 best luxury hotels in Balagne, with photos and detailed reviews of […]

Would you like to spend enough days discovering the best of Balagne?Here’s our advice on how many days to spend in Balagne, according to your expectations. How many days to spend in Balagne: quick answers There is no universal answer to this question. It depends on a number of criteria. We give you more details […]

Looking for an unspoilt sandy cove between Calvi and Lumio, far from the hustle and bustle of Corsica’s big beaches? The Plage de Sainte Restitude offers a natural, tranquil setting in the Gulf of Calvi. We were seduced by the view of the Balagne mountains and the beautiful rocks that frame this confidential cove. In […]

Situated at the foot of its famous citadel, Calvi’s main beach is one of the most beautiful in the Balagne region. Nicknamed “La Plage de la Pinède” because it’s lined with umbrella pines, it brings together two worlds, between unspoilt nature and urban bustle. In this article, we share all our useful tips for making […]