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Best beaches in Corsica

The best beaches in Corsica, on the coast of France — 8 shores from Plage de Palombaggia to Plage de Saleccia, each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.

The warmest sea in Corsica is ~25°C, at Plage de Palombaggia, in season around Jun–Sep. Across its 8 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~25°C in the warm season.

When to visit beaches in Corsica

Most of the 8 beaches listed in Corsica are at their best June to September, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea sits at about 25°C across the listed beaches.

Choosing a beach in Corsica

For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Plage de Palombaggia or Plage de Calvi; surfers should look at Plage de l'Ostriconi; and for white sand head to Plage de Rondinara or Plage de Santa Giulia.

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Beaches in Corsica: frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit beaches in Corsica?

Aim for June to September; July is the warmest stretch. July and August are warmest but busiest; June and September are quieter and cheaper.

How warm is the sea in Corsica?

In the warm season the sea at the beaches listed in Corsica sits at about 25°C.

Are there white-sand beaches in Corsica?

Yes — 3 of the listed beaches have white sand, led by Plage de Rondinara and Plage de Santa Giulia.

Which beach in Corsica is best for families?

Plage de Palombaggia — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about; Plage de Calvi is a strong runner-up.