
No paths or roads lead to the Scandola Nature Reserve, an area of wild natural beauty accessible solely by sea. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is all cliffs and sensational rock formations, pristine ...
The town of Ajaccio is the capital of the territory of Corsica in France. It is situated on the Western Coast of the Island of Corsica, at the foot of wooded hills, on the northern shore of the Gulf of Ajaccio.
Corsica generally has a Mediterranean climate, and the Ajaccio region has a very favourable climate of mild winters and hot and dry summers
Hoppa offers taxi transfers in Ajaccio.
Destination | Distance (approx.) | Duration (approx.) | |
---|---|---|---|
Propriano | 65 km | 75 min | |
Porticcio | 14 km | 30 min | |
Ajaccio | 6 km | 20 min | |
Bonifacio | 126 km | 132 min | |
Porto-Vecchio | 135 km | 150 min |
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No paths or roads lead to the Scandola Nature Reserve, an area of wild natural beauty accessible solely by sea. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is all cliffs and sensational rock formations, pristine ...
One of the island\u0027s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the wondrous cliffs of Piana are best seen in the evening, when the natural reds of the earth light up in in the rays of the setting sun. Another ...
Just south of Porto-Vecchio lies Corsica\u0027s celebrated Plage de Palombaggia, an idyllic beach with crispy white sand and azure waters. There are several locations that provide sunbed and umbrella ...
The megalithic archaeological site of Filitosa is known for its curious menhirs, with detail of facial features and body outlines carved into them. Earliest artefacts dug up here date back to 3300 BC ...
The capital of Corsica and birthplace of Napoléon Bonaparte, Ajaccio is an attractive seaside settlement with an animated yet slow-paced street life. Some of its primary attractions include the Maison...
The uninhabited Lavezzi islands off the coast of Corsica are one of its must-visit natural gems, located a short boat ride from Bonifacio or Porto-Vecchio. Nature is pristine and water crystal-clear, ...
The island\u0027s oldest citadel sits dramatically atop a high-rise rock platform in Bonifacio, the Corsican town a mere 12 kilometres away from Italian Sardinia. It is a definitive must-visit that re...
To see some of the island\u0027s most striking natural landscapes, follow the Col de Bavella, a mountain pass that affords spectacular views of the Aiguilles de Bavella (the Bavella "needles", called ...
Sartène, a scenic town historically notorious for its banditry and rivalling gangs, has long-left the grim of its past behind, while preserving the historic tradition of re-enacting Jesus\u0027 way to...
Corsica\u0027s varied landscape features a multitude of natural canyons, many of which perfectly family-friendly, and fit to be explored even by those new to the pastime. Organised tours take groups t...
Le Bilboq holds somewhat of a legendary status: the restaurant specialises on one thing only - lobster - which comes in extremely generous servings, as part of its signature "spaghettis à la langouste...
Run by the talented Mezzacqui brothers, L\u0027Altru Versu is a longstanding fine dining establishment on the Ajaccio waterfront. Using the highest quality local ingredients and fresh seafood, the tea...
EmergencyNumbers
Medical: 15 Police: 17 Fire: 18 Mobile emergency number: 112
Currency
1 euro = 100 cents
OpeningHours
Although business hours may vary, there is often a lunch break at most shops and small businesses, making the customary working hours from 8.30 or 9am to 1 or 1.30pm \u0026 2 or 2.30 to 6 or 7pm. Most businesses close on Sundays.
Population
149,234
TouristInformation
Ajaccio Tourist Office +33 4 95 51 53 03 Mon-Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 9am-1pm www.ajaccio-tourisme.com
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