Calanques de Piana, Red coastal cliffs in Piana, France
The Calanques de Piana feature steep granite formations rising 400 meters above the Mediterranean Sea, creating deep inlets along the Corsican coast.
The geological formations of Calanques de Piana emerged from volcanic activity millions of years ago, shaping the current landscape through erosion processes.
Local fishermen maintain their traditional practices in the waters around Calanques de Piana, contributing to the preservation of regional maritime heritage.
Visitors can explore the site through guided boat tours departing from Porto, offering close views of the rock formations and marine wildlife.
The red granite cliffs of Calanques de Piana change color throughout the day, reaching their most intense shade during sunrise and sunset hours.
Location: Corsica
Website: https://www.calanquedepiana.fr/
Part of: Gulf of Porto: Calanche of Piana, Gulf of Girolata, Scandola Reserve
Address: 20115 Piana, France 20115 Piana
Website: https://calanquedepiana.fr
GPS coordinates: 42.32519,8.62883
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:37
France contains notable geological formations from the chalk cliffs of Normandy to the limestone gorges of Provence. The landscape includes natural bridges, cliffs, canyons, and islands. The geological features range from white chalk cliffs in Étretat to the limestone plateau of Mont Aiguille.
This route connects mountains, forests and valleys of Corsica. It links prehistoric sites, Genoese towers, nature reserves, lakes and remote beaches. The trails lead to archaeological sites, waterfalls and historical villages.
Scandola Nature Reserve
6.2 km
Capo Rosso
12.3 km
Ficaghjola Beach
8.2 km
Gulf of Porto: Calanche of Piana, Gulf of Girolata, Scandola Reserve
0 m
Torra di Girolata
2.8 km
Torra di Portu
8.2 km
Torra di Turghju
11.7 km
Torra d'Orchinu
17.2 km
Plage de Porto
8.4 km
Plage Bussaglia
6.8 km
Arone beach
13.7 km
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Ota
12.1 km
Église St-Pierre et Saint-Paul de Piana
9.8 km
Église Saint-François d'Osani
366 m
Église de l'Assomption de Piana
9.7 km
Église Sant-Antoine de Padoue de Partinello
4.7 km
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Curzo
3.4 km
Ancienne église Saint-Élie de Cargèse
20.1 km
Hôtel Les Roches Rouges de Piana
9.5 km
Église Sainte-Marie de Serriera
7.1 km
Église Saint-Siméon de Marignana
15.5 km
Pont génois de Pianella
13.3 km
Pont de Zaglia
14.7 km
Plage d'Arone
13.8 km
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lozzi
18.4 km
Chapelle Sainte-Marie de Paomia
20 km
Piana (munisipyo)
9.6 km
Plage de Péru
20.2 kmReviews
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