Plage de Portigliolo, Sandy beach in Coti-Chiavari, France.
Plage de Portigliolo is a sandy beach in Coti-Chiavari that stretches for about 2 kilometers along the southern shore of the Gulf of Ajaccio. The shoreline runs between natural landmarks and provides water access from several entry points.
This Mediterranean coastal area has maintained its natural form for centuries and was an important place for local fishermen. Traditional fishing methods continue to shape how the community relates to the sea today.
Locals and visitors gather at waterfront restaurants to taste traditional Corsican food in a relaxed setting. Places like Chez Mico shape the everyday rhythm of the beach and invite people to linger.
The beach is equipped with changing facilities, toilets, and boat rentals, and can be reached through two separate parking areas. Access roads via routes D55 and D155 make it easy to find parking nearby.
The shoreline has natural rock formations that jut from the water and create separate swimming areas with different depths. These formations shape the swimming experience and offer variety for different abilities.
Location: Coti-Chiavari
Address: Plage de Portigliolo, 20138 Coti-Chiavari, France
GPS coordinates: 41.79799,8.74079
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:04
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.
Corsica is a Mediterranean island with a varied landscape that ranges from rocky coastlines to white sand beaches, mountain lakes, and deep canyons. The island combines water in many forms: quiet coves with clear seas, mountain streams flowing through granite rock, and lagoons at sheltered coastal sections. These locations show the geological history of the island, with rock formations shaped by wind and water over thousands of years. Along the coast stand old watchtowers from the time when the island needed protection from attacks by sea, while inland prehistoric sites give evidence of early settlers.From the black pebble beaches on the northern coast to the long sandy beaches in the south, the island offers a range of landscapes. Some beaches lie in remote coves accessible only on foot or by boat, others are found at river mouths where fresh water meets the sea. In the mountains there are waterfalls and clear alpine lakes at elevations over 6000 feet (1800 meters). Roads through the canyons follow river courses and connect the coast to the interior, passing through narrow valleys between steep rock walls.
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