Why rent a sailboat in Ajaccio?
Ajaccio is the ideal point of departure for your cruise on the Isle of Beauty. This city of art and history, the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, is an essential port of call for discovering the culture and authenticity of Corsica. Renting a sailboat in Ajaccio will allow you not only to discover a city steeped in history, but also magnificent beaches and wild coves all along the Gulf of Ajaccio.
The best places to sail
Ajaccio, Corsica's second port city, is well worth a visit to explore its colorful and charming streets. Discover its historic center with its citadel, Place Foch, the museum of the Bonaparte house and the Fesch museum. Rent a sailboat in Ajaccio and set off to discover the treasures of its gulf. Visit the area starting with the unmissable Sanguinaires Islands and sail to Anse de Cacalu, where you can go diving and snorkeling. Your cruise will be punctuated by sublime landscapes such as the anchorages of La Parata, the ancient port of Chiavari, or the magnificent beaches of Saint François and Porticcio.
Useful advice for sailing close-hauled to Ajaccio
Corsica offers ideal sailing conditions all year round thanks to its beautiful sunshine and pleasant temperatures. The best time for a sailing cruise is from June to September. Corsica is subject to winds such as the Mistral, the Sirocco and the Eole, however the Gulf of Ajaccio offers a sheltered anchorage. As you approach the city, you can moor at one of two marinas: the old port of Tino Rossi or the Charles Ornano marina. Although navigation is relatively easy, your sailboat charter in Ajaccio can be done with a skipper so that you can enjoy your cruise in complete tranquility with friends or family.