Plage d'Isolella, Sandy beach in Pietrosella, France
Plage d'Isolella is a sandy beach set in a curved bay with granite boulders and transparent waters near the Sanguinaires islands on southern Corsica's coast. The shoreline features both open sandy areas and protected rocky sections that create natural features along the water's edge.
The Genoese tower of Isolella was built in the 16th century on the headland above the beach as a coastal defense structure. These fortifications were part of a broader network designed to protect the Corsican coast from maritime threats.
Local families gather at this beach during summer evenings to practice traditional Corsican beach activities and swimming competitions.
Arriving early during busy periods helps secure parking, as spaces near the beach are limited and the narrow access road fills up quickly. The sandy and rocky sections offer different experiences, so exploring at your own pace works well here.
Small rocky coves and natural pools form between the granite formations at low tide, revealing hidden sections of the shoreline. These shallow basins are a distinctive feature shaped by the granite landscape.
Location: Pietrosella
Address: RQW2+2X, 20166 Pietrosella, France
GPS coordinates: 41.84311,8.75133
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:48
Corsica is a Mediterranean island with varied landscapes ranging from rocky coastlines to white sand beaches, mountain lakes, and deep canyons. The island displays its geological history through rock formations shaped over thousands of years by wind and water. Along the coast stand old watchtowers...
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