Cap Corse to the Castagniccia

Your holiday starts in Bastia at your hotel in the afternoon. If you have time to discover the capital of "Haute Corse", it's worthwhile visiting the old port and the citadel. From the old city there are wonderful panoramic views over the sea and surroundings. For dinner, we advise you to go to the old port which has a very lively atmosphere in the summer.
Night in Bastia.

Depending on the option chosen: bike delivery to your hotel this morning.

In the morning, you get on your bike and set off on a beautiful stage towards the north. The route initially follows the coastline, offering lovely sea views, before heading inland through a wooded and unspoilt landscape. You then cross the island to reach the western coast, dominated by impressive cliffs.

Along the way, you will come across Genoese and Paoline towers, reminders of Corsica’s history, as well as old convents and mills. You end the day in Centuri, a charming fishing village where you will spend the night.

Cycling distances:
55 km (Elevation gain: 490m / Elevation loss: 490m / Min. altitude: 3m / Max. altitude: 359m)
or 69 km (Elevation gain: 800m / Elevation loss: 800m / Min. altitude: 1m / Max. altitude: 350m)

You leave Cap Corse behind and head south towards Saint-Florent. Depending on the route you choose, you may pass through the village of Patrimonio, renowned throughout Corsica for its prestigious vineyards. Several wineries welcome visitors for tastings of local wines.

Throughout the ride, you will enjoy breathtaking views over the Gulf of Saint-Florent. Once you arrive, take some time to explore the citadel, stroll along the lively harbour and wander through the shopping streets of this charming seaside town.

Overnight in a 3-star hotel in Saint-Florent.

Distances:
58 km (Elevation gain: 706m / Elevation loss: 702m / Min. altitude: 7m / Max. altitude: 197m)
or 60 km (Elevation gain: 866m / Elevation loss: 862m / Min. altitude: 7m / Max. altitude: 233m)

Today, you leave Saint-Florent and head towards Castagniccia, following the quiet roads through Corsica’s inland countryside. After leaving the coast behind, you cross the rolling landscapes of the Nebbio and reach Murato, famous for its remarkable San Michele church, one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture in Corsica.

The route then continues towards the Col de Lento before gradually descending into Castagniccia and its villages surrounded by chestnut forests. A beautiful cycling day combining mountain scenery, authentic villages and peaceful roads.

Overnight in a guesthouse in Casabianca.

Cycling distance:
63 km (Elevation gain: 1,490m / Elevation loss: 1,070m / Min. altitude: 0m / Max. altitude: 880m)

You continue your journey through Castagniccia towards Alando. The route winds its way through the mountains and chestnut forests, passing small hilltop villages and lush green landscapes.

Along the way, you will pass through the village of La Porta, one of the most beautiful villages in the region, known for its impressive Baroque church. You then continue through the peaceful roads of Castagniccia before reaching Alando, in the heart of a preserved and authentic Corsican countryside.

Overnight and dinner in a guesthouse in Alando.

Cycling distance:
62 km (Elevation gain: 1,480m / Elevation loss: 1,235m / Min. altitude: 368m / Max. altitude: 982m)

This varied day takes you into the Tavignano Valley, descending to Venaco before climbing back up along the small forest road to Noceta. Below, the crystal-clear waters of the Vecchio and Tavignano rivers offer beautiful spots for a refreshing swim in the natural pools.

Between rivers, forests and hilltop villages, this loop takes you deep into the wild landscapes of inland Corsica and is one of the most beautiful nature-focused stages of the trip.

Cycling distance:
60 km (Elevation gain: 1,300m / Elevation loss: 1,350m)

Second night in a guesthouse in Alando, half board.

For the final stage of your cycling journey, you leave Alando and head towards Corsica’s eastern coast. The route takes you through the rolling landscapes of Castagniccia, passing through Matra and then Cervione, before gradually descending towards the sea.

After several days in the Corsican mountains, you return to the coast and arrive in Moriani-Plage, where you can relax by the sea and enjoy the end of your journey.

Overnight in a 4-star hotel by the sea in Moriani-Plage.

Cycling distance:
Approximately 56 km (Elevation gain: 790m / Elevation loss: 1,559m / Min. altitude: 0m / Max. altitude: 1,086m)

After your breakfast, a transfer can be organized towards the airport or the ferry port. End of holiday.

We are sadly done with our cycling trip in Corsica and actually on our way from Bastia to Marseille. We loved our trip I think I can say it exceeded our expectations in every way! Scenery was spectacular all of the hotels were very unique and made each place a different experience. The bikes were great and the e bike was the best I have had. We did all of the longest options and found them challenging but doable. It was great having all 3 options every day this is the first trip where we have been given this opportunity every day!

The only negative was the WiFi was non existent except for in Bastia. There was very limited at the 2nd to last night hotel (one on highway with pool). This probably should be noted somewhere in notes that is all I would say there.

Additionally we wanted to thank you so much for pulling such a great trip together with like 3 days notice it truly was incredible.

We hope to be back to Corsica and will definitely use you all again to help us with our plans whether it be Corsica or elsewhere.