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HAUTE-CORSE: CAP CORSE AND BALAGNE HERITAGE ROUTES

Fishing boats dance on turquoise waters, mountain villages crown the ridges, the island radiates beauty. Haute-Corse is living heritage.

≈ 11
Days
1060
Km
9
Stops
📖 5 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Travel Cap Corse from Bastia to Centuri, discover Saint-Florent, Balagne villages like Pigna, Calvi citadel and Corte in the island's heart. Haute-Corse, from wild cape to mountain villages.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Bastia

port city majesty tower

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5 photos
Day 1
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Discover

1
Saint-Nicolas Square.
2
Baroque churches.
3
Fishing village.
4
Genoese towers.
🎯

Activities

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Walk on the customs officers' trail.
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Hike on the ridge trail.
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Lobster tasting.
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Next stop
Distance: 10 km
Travel time: 12min
2
Day

Brando

mountain village heritage stone

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6 photos
Day 2
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Discover

1
Chapels.
2
Tip of Cap Corse.
3
Lobster fishing port.
🎯

Activities

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Coastal walk.
→
Lotu Beach (boat).
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Next stop
Distance: 26 km
Travel time: 31min
3
Day

Rogliano

cape fortress village crown

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7 photos
Day 3
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Discover

1
Santa Maria Assunta Church.
2
Genoese Tower (Pietra Island).
3
Lighthouse.
🎯

Activities

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Wine tasting (Patrimonio).
→
Agriates Desert.
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Next stop
Distance: 9 km
Travel time: 11min
4
Day

Centuri

fishing harbor gem sparkle

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6 photos
Day 4
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Discover

1
Perched artisan village.
2
Casa Musicale.
🎯

Activities

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Beach train (Balagne Tramway).
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Polyphonic music.
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Next stop
Distance: 41 km
Travel time: 50min
5
Day

Saint Florent

beach port glow charm

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3 photos
Day 5
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Discover

1
Museum of Corsica.
2
Santa Maria Assunta Church.
3
Port.
🎯

Activities

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Panoramic view.
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Jazz festival (June).
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Christopher Columbus's house (legend).
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Next stop
Distance: 60 km
Travel time: 1h12
6
Day

Ile Rousse

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10 photos
Day 6
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Discover

1
Covered market.
2
Genoese Tower (Pietra Island).
3
Lighthouse.
🎯

Activities

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Restonica Gorges.
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Hiking to the lakes.
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Next stop
Distance: 5 km
Travel time: 6min
7
Day

Pigna

mountain village tradition stone

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4 photos
Day 7
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Discover

1
Perched artisan village.
2
Casa Musicale.
🎯

Activities

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Crafts.
→
Polyphonic music.
→
Panoramic view.
🚗
Next stop
Distance: 49 km
Travel time: 59min
8
Day

Calvi

fortress beach crown tower

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5 photos
Day 8
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Discover

1
Citadel.
2
Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church.
3
Port.
🎯

Activities

→
Beach.
→
Jazz festival (June).
→
Christopher Columbus's house (legend).
🚗
Next stop
Distance: 22 km
Travel time: 26min
9
Day

Corte

island capital anchor city

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8 photos
Day 9
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Discover

1
Citadel.
2
Museum of Corsica.
3
Old town.
🎯

Activities

→
Restonica Gorges.
→
Hiking to the lakes.
→
Waterfalls.
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Next stop
✈️ Flight / transfer day
Distance: 838 km
Travel time: 16h46

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 9 and 13 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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