Plage du Grand Sperone

Plage du Grand Sperone is a coastal beach near Bonifacio featuring fine white sand and clear turquoise water that invites swimming. The bay is framed by dense Mediterranean vegetation that extends down to the shoreline, creating a sheltered setting.

The beach is part of the Bouches de Bonifacio Nature Reserve, established in 1999 to protect the marine ecosystem between Corsica and Sardinia. This designation reflects efforts to conserve one of the Mediterranean's most ecologically important regions.

The beach serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors come to enjoy the quietness of the coastline and the natural surroundings. It reflects the connection people maintain with the sea and the Mediterranean landscape that shapes life in this region.

The beach is accessible by a short walk from the Piantarella parking area, with marked paths following the coastline. The access is straightforward and manageable on foot, especially during the warmer months.

From this beach you can see directly across to the Lavezzi Islands and the northern coast of Sardinia, making geography tangible in a single view. The position reveals how close Corsica sits to its southern neighbor across the water.

Location: Bonifacio

Address: 20169 Bonifacio, France

GPS coordinates: 41.36835,9.21460

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:24