Vacations in Corsica in August
Corsica is a summer destination par excellence. With its many charming seaside resorts, beautiful landscapes, scrubland and authentic villages, it's the ideal place to recharge your batteries in contact with nature!
So, how do you make the most of your Corsican vacation in August and come back with a wealth of memories? We're sharing with you our reasons for going to Corsica in August.
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Between heavenly beaches and cool rivers
The sun is always shining in Corsica. It's also the driest month of the year. It's also the second and last month of the summer vacations, so you might as well take advantage of the country's most beautiful beaches and rivers before the start of the new school year. Corsican nature is generous and will delight young and old alike!
At the beach, swimming all day long
In August, temperatures can exceed 30° C on the island, offering pleasant bathing at over 25° C in the sea. The Mediterranean breeze makes the heat bearable. It's also an opportunity to roll out your towel on the beaches that abound on the island of beauty for a moment of pure relaxation.
Here are the most popular beaches in Corsica near your rental:
- Plage de Rondinara : Between Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio
- Plage de l'Ostriconi : 15 km from Ile-Rousse
- Lavezzi Islands: 10 km from Bonifacio
- Plage de Palombaggia : In the commune of Porto-Vecchio
- Plage de Santa Giulia: Near Porto-Vecchio
- Les Calanques de Piana: Halfway between Ajaccio and Calvi
- Galeria : Near Calvi
- Capo di Feno Beach: Near the Gulf of Ajaccio
- Plage du Lotu: Near Saint Florent
- Plage de Saleccia: In the Agriates desert
Mountain rivers: picnic season
There's another alternative to beaches: rivers, with their beautiful natural pools where you can cool off in summer. Here are a few places to swim in rivers:
- Le Fiumicelli: Ideal for an aquatic excursion, with diving and swimming on the program.
- Solenzara: A river with impressive pools and waterfalls in the heart of lush vegetation and surrounded by majestic mountains.
- Polischellu: A river with magnificent waterfalls, much visited despite the difficulty of access.
- Bala: A long river for jumping and diving.
- Chiuvone: A great river for canyoning and fishing.
Water activities
In August, the weather is ideal for a wide range of water sports. Corsica, an island in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, benefits from good winds. It's the ideal place for water sports of all kinds:
SEA KAYAKING, PADDLE, CANYONING: our partners offer a wide range of activities. Qualified instructors can take you canyoning in the most beautiful canyons of southern Corsica and Fium'Orbu. Others will take you out kayaking or stand-up paddling to discover unusual spots.
SCUBA DIVING : Treat yourself to a scuba diving baptism in the company of professional and experienced instructors with our partners specialized in this field. While on vacation, take the time to discover another wonderful world in complete safety, where you might even catch a glimpse of a grouper or octopus.
SURF - WINDSURF : Kitesurfing and windsurfing courses for all levels are available!
JET SKI: Discover Corsica's most prestigious sites and beaches in a whole new way, and enjoy the thrill of speed.
The choice is vast and the professionals numerous. You can go jet skiing on almost any beach, including Bonifacio, Calvi, Porto-Vecchio and Calcatoggio.
Other activities during your trip to Corsica in August
Take advantage of all the tourist attractions on Corsica! With beautiful blue skies all day long and mild temperatures in the morning, you'll be able to indulge in a wide range of activities, including hiking, cycling, horse-riding, tree-climbing and quad biking. And don't forget to visit the producers and craftsmen in the villages you pass through.
Festivals
In August, a host of interesting cultural events take place all over the island. The island's cultural calendar is very full at this time of year.
For music lovers, don't miss the Erbalunga Piano Nights to hear the works of international artists. There's also the Porto Latino in Saint-Florent if you like Latin music. For lovers and enthusiasts of 7ᵉ art, the Lama Film Festival opens its doors around this time. These three events generally take place during the first week of August. During the other weeks of the month, the cultural calendar is still full with, among others, the Rencontres de Calenzana and the Journées Napoléoniennes in Ajaccio.
On August 15, the whole of Corsica celebrates the Virgin Mary, the patron saint of Corsica. It's an opportunity to gather around the traditional fireworks display before ending the evening with a musical evening. If you like to dance, each village posts the date of the next ball, so make a note of it and go for it.
Treat yourself to relaxation and wellness activities
You can make your stay in Corsica all about well-being. It's all very pleasant. Wherever you go on the island, there's no shortage of spas. What's more, several centers offer activities such as aquagym, aquabike, aquajump, aquatraining, aquaboxing and Watfit.
Sunbathing sessions should take place outside peak sunshine hours (12 p.m. to 3 p.m.). Choose a shady spot at these times. And of course, don't forget your sun cream and hats!
Our clubs: all-inclusive holidays this summer
Discover our clubs this summer and treat yourself to an unforgettable experience in dream destinations. We have four club hotels to choose from, including three nestled in the enchanting landscapes of Corsica, and one on the splendid island of Sardinia.
Immerse yourself in an idyllic setting where the gentle pace of life reigns supreme. In Corsica, let yourself be seduced by the translucent waters bordering our clubs, offering a breathtaking natural spectacle. Whether at sunrise or sunset, you'll be amazed by the wild beauty of this Mediterranean island.
Our club hotels in Corsica are perfectly integrated into local life, allowing you to discover the authenticity and conviviality of the Isle of Beauty. Enjoy a stroll through the old port, soak up the warm atmosphere of picturesque villages and savor the culinary specialties for which Corsican gastronomy is renowned.
If you prefer a different kind of getaway, our hotel club in Sardinia also promises an enchanting stay. Soak up the island's rich history as you explore its ancient remains, while reveling in the incomparable beauty of its coastal landscapes.
A rental car is essential if you want to explore the island. Remember to avoid traffic jams by leaving early in the morning. Traffic jams on the roads to the most popular beaches tend to occur around 10.30 am. If you're already at the beach by then, you won't have any problems.
The other option for escaping traffic is to go where others don't go. Go to the east coast, where there are far fewer tourists in August.
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Where to go in Corsica in August?
The Costa Verde, the Costa Serena and the Côte de Nacres are often forgotten by visitors, even though they are idyllic places so rich in natural beauty. The fine sandy beaches are perfect, the landscapes are all breathtaking and the villages have retained their beautiful authenticity.
You can also opt for Cap Corse, a little corner of paradise less visited than the far south.