Grotte de Brando

Grotte de Brando is a cave entrance in Corsica with a natural stone arch opening into connected chambers filled with rock formations. A staircase descends roughly 30 meters (100 feet) into the depths, allowing visitors to explore the underground space.

The cave was discovered in 1841 by engineering commander Philippe Ferdinandi and remained the only show cave on the island of Corsica for a long time. This discovery made it significant for exploring the region's geology.

The entrance area shows remains of a fortified village with ancient walls and buildings that reflect local building traditions. The crumbling chapel in this area tells of long-term settlement in the region.

Reaching the entrance requires about a 15-minute walk from the parking area on the D80 coastal road. Bring good lighting and sturdy shoes, as the paths and underground chambers can be uneven and slippery.

Below the cave lies Source de la Glaciere, a water spring flowing at around 35 liters per second. This spring was historically connected to an ice factory that used the water for ice production.

Location: Brando

Address: D80, 20222 Brando, France

GPS coordinates: 42.76835,9.46815

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:21