Plage de l'Alga, Sandy beach in Calvi, Corsica, France
The Plage de l'Alga stretches along 100 meters of coastline, featuring fine sand and turquoise waters within the Revellata Gulf of northern Corsica.
The beach forms part of Calvi's maritime heritage, with its waters witnessing centuries of Mediterranean trade routes between France, Italy, and North Africa.
Local fishermen continue their traditional practices in the waters near Plage de l'Alga, maintaining connections to Corsican maritime customs and knowledge.
Visitors can reach the beach through a 20-minute walk from the parking areas, with snorkeling equipment recommended for exploring the marine environment.
The underwater landscape contains seagrass meadows and rocky formations that shelter purple sea urchins, Mediterranean morays, and various species of wrasse.
Location: Corsica
GPS coordinates: 42.56140,8.72746
Latest update: March 24, 2025 01:33
The Corsican coastline extends over 1,000 kilometers and features numerous sandy beaches, rocky coves and marine reserves. The waters around Porto-Vecchio in the southeast of the island display fine white sand and turquoise water. The Bonifacio region presents limestone cliffs and sheltered bays, while beaches near Calvi on the northwest coast are bordered by pine forests. The eastern shore between Bastia and Solenzara offers long sandy beaches with shallow access to the sea. The western coast reveals granite formations and small coves between Piana and Scandola. Cap Corse in the north provides pebble beaches and rocky sections. Water temperatures reach 24 to 26 degrees Celsius during summer, while the swimming season runs from June to September.
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