Quick Facts
- Corsica is the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, who was born in Ajaccio on August 15, 1769.
- The island boasts over 1,000 kilometers of marked hiking trails, including the famous GR20, which spans 180 kilometers and is considered one of Europe’s toughest long-distance hikes.
- Corsica's coastline features more than 200 beaches, with Palombaggia and Santa Giulia often ranked among the most beautiful in the Mediterranean.
- The unique landscape of Corsica includes 120 mountain peaks that rise above 2,000 meters, making it a haven for both hikers and climbers.
- Corsica is home to the 'maquis,' a dense shrubland that covers about 30% of the island, and is known for its aromatic plants like myrtle and rosemary.
Travel Details
- Country
- France
- Population
- Varies
- Daily Budget
- $80-150
- Best Time to Visit
- Jun–Sep
- Current Weather
- ☁️6°C/43°FPartly Cloudy
- Currency
- € EUR
- Coordinates
- 42.0396, 9.0129
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