By Marine ISAIA 
By Marine ISAIA
- What can you discover on a catamaran cruise in Corsica?
- The most beaches to visit during your catamaran cruise in Corsica
- Corsican gastronomy
Very close to France, Corsica offers its visitors a change of scenery and sublime landscapes. A true jewel of the Mediterranean, the Isle of Beauty is one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Combining mountains, wilderness and heavenly beaches, everything comes together for a memorable catamaran cruise!
The ports of call will allow you to visit Ajaccio, Girolata, Calvi or Cargèse, unmissable towns on the west coast of the island, and taste the many local culinary specialties: figatellu, brocciu, lonzu, coppa, canistrelli, etc
What can you discover on a catamaran cruise in Corsica?
A catamaran cabin cruise is the best option for couples or friends wishing to discover Corsica, its idyllic beaches and its most beautiful anchorages, but that's not all! The diversity of its landscapes will never cease to amaze you and will delight nature lovers. Moor up in the small, secret coves of fine sand along the coastline and savor this moment of tranquility, far from the tourists!
The sailing itinerary, pre-established by your skipper, a true expert of the region, will allow you to make the most beautiful stops during your Cabin cruise. With a rich cultural and historical heritage, immerse yourself in Corsica and its traditions.
Sanguinaires archipelago
The Sanguinaires Islands are an archipelago made up of four rocky islands of a reddish color, which you can't miss on your cruise. Located at the end of the Pointe de la Parata and only a few kilometers from Ajaccio, this natural site is truly exceptional and is home to many seabirds: gulls, yellow-legged gulls, ospreys and shags reside there.
Pointe de la Parata, Sanguinaires Islands
Sailing along the coast, it is not uncommon to come across dolphins, who love to play with passing boats! Borrow the kayaks and paddles available on the catamaran to explore the coastline closer-hauled and find a small, wild and isolated cove. You can also take advantage of the diving equipment to observe the seabed and aquatic fauna.
The Sanguinaires Islands are particularly renowned for their breathtaking sunsets. There's nothing better than a little aperitif accompanied by Corsican charcuterie and cheeses from the deck of the catamaran. Get your cameras out to immortalize this spectacular moment!
Girolata
Stop off at the small, very authentic port of Girolata, with limited access. The calm waters provide shelter from the wind and make it easy to berth. From your catamaran, you will see the fort of Girolata overlooking the sea. It is one of the 69 Genoa towers remaining in Corsica. Built between the 15th and 17th centuries, they encircle the island along the coast and were used to protect the inhabitants from barbarian invasions and pirates.
Ajaccio
A must-see in Ajaccio, the most famous city in southern Corsica. Stroll through the city streets, take a little tour of the very typical market, where you can taste local products, until you reach Place d'Austerlitz. This square is in the image of Napoleon, you can't miss the huge statue of him. Standing on a section of wall depicting all that he created, it is identical to the one at Les Invalides. Legend has it that Napoleon used to come here to play when he was little.
The best beaches to visit during your catamaran cruise in Corsica
Rondinara beach
At the southern point of Corsica, a few kilometers from Bonifacio, this little beach will make you fall in love! It is one of the most exotic bays on the island, you would think you were at the other end of the world: white sand and crystal clear water, similar to the Bahamas. And for good reason, it is ranked as the most beautiful beach in France and 3rd in Europe! Surrounded by two peninsulas dominated by the Corsican maquis, this very wild beach is shaped like a seashell.
Rondinara beach, Corsica
Mare e Sole beach
Also known as Plage d'Argent (Silver Beach), its name refers to its extremely fine sand, which seems to sparkle in the sun. Hauled in by a pine forest, this beach is also very wild and popular with everyone. Many people come here for picnics, but you will find a beach restaurant to eat at.
Pinewood beach
This is THE beach in Calvi! On this charming beach, there are numerous restaurants with a breathtaking view of the city's citadel. The Calvi on the Rocks music festival is held here every summer. Right next to the city center, you can take the opportunity to stroll through the streets of Calvi and enjoy an ice cream for those with a sweet tooth.
Corsican gastronomy
Highly prized for its beaches and Mediterranean climate, Corsica is also renowned for its gastronomy and local products such as charcuterie, cheese and wine. The chef at the side of the boat will also be offering you delicious local dishes typical of Corsica. Something to make your taste buds tingle!
Charcuterie
You absolutely must try Corsican charcuterie, a key element of the local gastronomy, very tender and very fragrant. Nustrale pigs, a Corsican breed, are reared in the inland areas of the country. Raised in freedom in their natural environment, these black pigs feed exclusively on the herbs and plants of the maquis, chestnuts and acorns, flavors that are also found in the fat of the charcuterie. Here are some of the best known:
- coppa: salted and dried pork loin
- figatellu: dry sausage made from pork liver and other offal
- lonzu: raw pork tenderloin preserved by its thick layer of fat
Assortment of Corsican charcuterie
Cheese
It is impossible that you have not yet heard of brocciu (pronounced "brochu")... It is the star cheese of Corsica! This creamy fresh cheese made from sheep's or goat's milk is almost omnipresent in Corsican cuisine. Whether the recipe is sweet or savory, you will find it on your plate! Corsica produces many other cheeses, mostly semi-soft cheeses, but tomme de brebis is very popular in the south of the island.
Olive oil
Corsica is a major producer of olive oil, averaging 200 masts each year. Its Mediterranean climate is favorable to the cultivation of olive trees. Corsica has 6 different varieties of olives.
Not forgetting the famous candied fig jam, canistrelli, small, often flavored biscuits, or the honey it produces, which has a protected designation of origin : "Mele di Corsica".
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