Overhanging high chalk cliffs, perched above the Mediterranean, stands the town of Bonifacio. Located in the far south of Corsica, this centuries-old town marks the center of a superb natural site and attracts many visitors to its unique setting. Here's why you should go to Bonifacio:
Dizzying cliffs
Like the old town of Ajaccio, Bonifacio is a typical small town and very charming for visitors. Its narrow streets full of life, its staircases carved into the rock lead to the citadel which overlooks the sea and from where you can see Sardinia, only a few kilometers away. Another curiosity of the site: the "grain of sand", an isolated block of limestone rising up a few tens of meters from the cliff.
The cliffs of Bonifacio
Why go to Bonifacio? For Corsican gastronomy!
With a rich terroir and many traditions, Corsica is a godsend for lovers of gastronomic pleasures. Bonifacio is no exception to the rule. Markets and restaurants occupy the cobblestones of the city and offer a range of products, flavors and recipes typical of the region. : charcuterie based on wild pork (figatellu, salsicia), goat and sheep cheeses and fresh fish. A few bars also offer a relaxing break after a day of sightseeing.
Dream beaches and paradise islands
Nearby are also some of the most beautiful beaches in Corsica : Santa Giulia and Suartone look like a postcard with their fine sand and turquoise water. From Bonifacio, travelers can embark on a boat tour of the surrounding coves and underwater caves, as well as the Lavezzi Islands. Classified as a “nature reserve”, this string of uninhabited islets is an area suitable for scuba diving.
Around Bonifacio
Conclude the visit with shopping
Back on dry land, it will be time to move on to the shopping stage! Bonifacio is certainly a small town, but it still has a lot of shops where you can find odd objects or products more typical of Corsica. There are also several major international fashion brands.
Shopping in the alleys of Bonifacio
Find a hébergement
The city and its surroundings, very developed in terms of tourism, offer many hotels, lodges or campsites.
The price of success, these rooms are often taken by storm during the summer period, so it is better not to book at the last minute. On the contrary, getting started early can even lead to cheap fares.
Pratical information
- Saint-Martin Tourist Office : visit the Bonifacio tourist office website.
- How to get there ? The nearest airport is Figari-Sud Corse Airport. It hosts regular connections from the mainland. Bonifacio is also connected to the mainland by Italy by the ferry companies SNCM and Corsica Ferries.
- How to get around? The city is not a megalopolis, it can be explored entirely on foot!
