Ajaccio
Ajaccio, an imperious and imperial destination
Discover elegant Ajaccio. From the top of the ramparts of its citadel, this Corsican town has preserved the purity of its gulf, said to be one of the most beautiful in the world.
What you need to know about Ajaccio
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Flight time1h05
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Dialing code+33
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Spoken LanguageFrench
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CurrencyEuro
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Time difference0h
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Travel FormalitiesID or passport
Destination Ajaccio
Situated in the south-west of Corsica, the town of Ajaccio has a mountainous hinterland with a coastline offering a variety of landscapes: long white sandy beaches, turquoise coves, torrents, waterfalls, ancient forests, picturesque villages and many other treasures just a stone's throw from the town.
Unmissable
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The Sanguinary Islands.
Visit this exceptional natural site, made up of an archipelago of four rocky islands that plunge you into another world of volcanic rock.
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Miollis Citadel
A pillar of the Ajaccio landscape. The Citadelle was occupied by the military until 2020, when it became the property of the town, which decided to make it an anchor of its heritage.
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Saint-François beach
At the foot of the Citadel and close to the port, Plage Saint-François is one of 16 beaches along the Ajaccio coastline, and the closest to the city center.
Discover Ajaccio
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Explore Ajaccio
Ajaccio is an urban, historic, cultural, commercial and chic city. Take a walk through the narrow streets of the old town and discover its prestigious museums, such as the Musée National Napoléon Bonaparte, named after a native of the island. Ajaccio is also a great place to explore, with numerous art galleries, artists' studios, music venues, live shows and events of all kinds. One thing's for sure, you won't have time to get bored!
Make the most of your trip by taking a stroll around the market to discover its many flavours and local specialities. In fact, as well as being famous for its magnificent white sandy beaches, the island of beauty is also renowned for its cheese (brocciu), its charcuterie and, of course, its delicious canistrelli biscuits. You can't go home without tasting the local specialities, the product of sunshine and the transmission of ancestral knowledge!
Finally, with Ajaccio's generous climate, visitors are bathed in a light that's perfect for relaxing and taking it easy. Whether on the café terraces or in the pedestrian streets of the old town, the art of living ‘Ajaccio style’ will confirm your impression that the sun shines beyond nature, into the hearts of its inhabitants, making your stay unforgettable.
So book your flight to Ajaccio and set off for an island paradise less than 2 hours' flight from Montpellier.
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Best places to visit in Ajaccio
Sites and monuments
- The old town and the citadel.
- The Cathedral.
- Napoleon’s cave.
- The Sanguinary Islands.
- Parata peninsula.
- Chemin des Crêtes (Path of the Ridges).
- Greeks Chapel
Museums
- Fesh Museum.
- A Bandera Museum.
- Bonaparte House National Museum
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Unusual experiences in Ajaccio
Sea fishing: After a day trip to the Sanguinaires Islands, go out with Charles Carletti aboard his boat, the Marie-Madeleine, for an introduction to longline or squid fishing. Bookings only on 06 33 81 82 55.
The Lion of Roccapina: Visit the site of the pink granite statue in the shape of a lion, naturally formed by erosion. Less than two hours from Ajaccio.
Filitosa, prehistoric site: This Unesco World Heritage site has a large concentration of standing stones with sculpted faces that are mysterious to say the least … only an hour from Ajaccio.
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Ajaccio gastronomy
Mountain specilities
- Fresh bruccio cheese.
- Tasty cured meat.
- Sheep and goat cheese.
Drinks
- Sciaccarellu: grape variety specific to the local region and the pride of Ajaccio
Must-see events in Ajaccio
- FebruarySpanish and Latin American Film Festival
- AprilBoat show and the sea
- MayInternational Festival for the Protection of the Sea and Water Sports. Abyss, festival of underwater and aquatic images
- AugustNapoleonic celebrations
An outstanding experience in Ajaccio
Explore the stars in a different way with astronomy at sea.
Observe the stars and planets with the Club Ajaccien des Amateurs d'Astronomie. Every summer, in the Gulf of Ajaccio, aboard an “vieux gréément” for a unique cruise between sky and sea!
Useful links for your trip to Ajaccio
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Travel formalities and documents
Everything you need to know and do before taking your flight.
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Travel assistance
All the information you need to travel: rights, advice, information on underage travellers and pet travel
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Luggage
Preparing your hand luggage or hold luggage in important step before your trip. That's why it's essential to know how to prepare your luggage properly.
