Welcome to Corte
Blessed with a stunning natural setting, circled by jagged peaks at the confluence of several rivers, the mountain stronghold of Corte is as forbidding as it is spectacular. Centring on a towering pinnacle that’s been fortified for over 2000 years, it still stands at the heart of Corsican identity. When Pascal Paoli made it the capital of his short-lived Corsican republic in 1755, most of Corte’s population lived within its hilltop citadel. French invaders devastated the upper town 14 years later; fleeing refugees included Napoléon’s mother, pregnant with the future emperor.
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Corte activities
Corsica The Canyon of Verghellu 4-Hour Outdoor Adventure Tour
Level: average, (it can be adapted to the level of the group). Open to children from 10 years (30kg). Appointment: Eiffel bridge, between Vivario and Venaco at 9 am or 2 pmDispersion: around 1 pm or 6 pm (it depends on the number of persons and the level of the group) Duration of the activity: 4 Hour to half day Prior to canyoning: 20 minutes of hiking before activity.Training: by a monitor of canyoning holder of a State diploma (1 monitor for 12 persons maximum)Description: After a little presentation of the material, you will go down this fun canyon. Program: jumps in bowls of clear water, skids on natural slides, swimming and abseiling...
Bastia Like a Local: Customized Private Tour
With our customized walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. Meet where you're staying to get familiar with the neighbourhood, find out about the best places to eat, the easiest ways to get around, and the hidden gems you might have missed. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. Through conversations with your Lokafyer, you’ll learn about cultural differences, local events, and what it’s like to be a true local. The more notice, the better, as these tours are organized on demand and are completely personalized. With this experience, you won’t be just passing through the city, you’ll be part of it.