Motorcycle tours in South Corsica: explore the island's roads
Corsica's roads are full of secret spots to explore in total privacy. From confidential spots to grandiose landscapes, Southern Corsica is a land of adventure where trails, coastline and winding roads combine to amaze you at every turn. Hop on your motorcycle from the town of Ajaccio and ride south!
Corsicatours knows every one of the island's byways and can guide you to design the motorcycle tour in southern Corsica that's right for you.
1. Ajaccio - Sartène, the sinuous tour
Before setting off on your motorcycle, take a few minutes to enjoy the gentle pace of life in beautiful Ajaccio. Here, narrow streets lead you past colorful buildings to the harbor or the beach. At Nepita, you'll find a table where you can sample Simon's tasty cuisine, prepared at the whim of the Ajaccio market.
Hop on your motorcycle and head south for the first leg of this tour! The scenery unfolds along the coast, from the Gulf of Ajaccio to the Gulf of Valinco , before heading inland towards Sartène. This village with its Corsican character overlooks the Rizzanese valley, and is home to 9 renowned cellars where you can taste AOC Vin-de-Corse-Sartène wine. The Hotel Rossi welcomes you for a night in the most Corsican of Corsican towns, before continuing your journey.
A different way to discover south-west Corsica
North of Ajaccio and close to the town of Porto, the Calanques de Piana and the Scandola Reserve await maritime souls for a on board a boat in South Corsica. Corsicatours also offers Corsican roads by car.
2. Sartène - Bonifacio, along the seafront
Your motorcycle tour of southern Corsica takes you back down to the coast, along the beaches, for a stopover on the surprising roads leading to Roccapina. One curve follows another, revealing a grandiose Mediterranean landscape at every turn.
The arrival at Roccapina is a pleasant surprise: turquoise water and a granite fawn shaped by sea spray. You'll need your camera to capture this lion reclining on the Mediterranean, an almost unreal landscape in southern Corsica.
Your motorcycle trip on the Isle of Beauty continues towards Bonifacio. As you go deeper into the maquis, the scenery changes completely, becoming more and more arid until you come close to the sea again. At this point, the chiseled cliffs of Bonifacio appear majestically. A room awaits you in the heart of the Corsican maquis, in Villa U Capu Biancu, where you can easily park your motorcycle.
3. Bonifacio - Solenzara, the most beautiful roads
Narrow, winding switchbacks climb into the Corsican hinterland to reach the charming village of Zonza, a marvel of the Alta Rocca.
In addition to its characterful villages, the region is home to two of the island's jewels, treasures like no other. The Purcaraccia waterfalls are a succession of natural basins to be discovered at dawn for greater intimacy. Nearby, the Aiguilles de Bavella offer breathtaking views. Two great opportunities to park your motorcycle alongside the road.
Try your hand at canyoning on the way up to the town of Solenzara, and do a series of jumps with Acqua e natura in the Pulischellu canyon, in the heart of Bavella's natural setting.
Beyond Solenzara, you arrive in the Haute-Corse. Explore this secret Corsica by motorcycle, from Bastia to Calvi.
4- A must-do itinerary for your Alta Rocca road trip
Get ready for an exciting motorcycle adventure through southern Corsica. This itinerary will take you from Porto-Vecchio to Levie, passing spectacular natural sites and picturesque villages.
Departure from Porto-Vecchio
Start your motorcycle tour in the morning in Porto-Vecchio. After an invigorating breakfast in one of the local cafés, head west on the D368 towards Ospedale. This road winds through a magnificent pine forest, offering panoramic views of the coastline and surrounding mountains.
Stopover at Ospedale and Lac de l'Ospedale - 21 km
Your first major stop will be the village of l'Ospedale, perfect for a coffee break and to enjoy the view of the massif. A few kilometers away, you'll find Lake Ospedale, an idyllic place to relax and admire the tranquil landscape. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and picturesque scenery before hitting the road again.
Arrival at Levie - 31 km
Continue your journey to Levie along the D268. This road plunges you into the heart of the Alta Rocca, offering impressive views and pleasant curves for motorcyclists. In Levie, explore the regional archaeology museum and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant serving typical Corsican dishes.
Return via Carbini - 10 km
For the return journey, take the road to Carbini, a small village known for its Romanesque church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste, one of the oldest in Corsica. The road from Carbini to Porto-Vecchio offers changing views over the valleys and mountains of the Alta Rocca, completing a day rich in natural and cultural discoveries.
Return to Porto-Vecchio - 40 km
The road ends as you return to Porto-Vecchio. This full day of motorcycling will not only have allowed you to discover a variety of landscapes, but also to enjoy pleasant, motorcycle-friendly roads, with a combination of technical challenges and visual pleasures. Once back in Porto-Vecchio, end your day with a well-deserved dinner by the sea, celebrating a day well spent and memorable.
This route offers not only varied scenery and sightseeing opportunities, but also pleasant roads that make the motorcycle trip both exciting and relaxing. Allow between 5 and 6 hours for the entire route, including stops for sightseeing and meals, so you can enjoy the experience without rushing.
