Tarco

Tarco is a sand beach on the Corsican coast extending about 300 meters with white sand and turquoise water. It sits between two coastal settlements and remains visible from the main coastal road.

The area functioned as a natural harbor in ancient times for seafaring traders navigating between mainland France and Corsica. This position made it a key maritime route for commerce and travel across the Mediterranean.

Local fishermen work along the shore, keeping traditional maritime practices alive through their daily routines. Their presence connects visitors to the working rhythms and seafaring traditions of the Corsican coast.

The beach offers parking, restaurants, shops, and restrooms all within easy reach of the shoreline. Visitors should plan around the operating hours of these facilities, particularly during busy summer months.

A mountain stream flows into the northern section of the beach and creates a natural freshwater pool that gradually blends with the Mediterranean. This rare freshwater feature offers visitors a distinctive bathing experience found nowhere else nearby.

Location: France métropolitaine

Operator: no

Address: 20135 Porto-Vecchio, France

Website: https://visit-corsica.com/fre/Mon-sejour/Patrimoine-naturel/Tout-le-patrimoine-naturel/PLAGE-DE-TARCO

GPS coordinates: 41.74894,9.40357

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:28