Plage de Cupabia, Sandy beach in Gulf of Valinco, Corsica, France
The beach extends along the southern coast of Corsica with two sections divided by large rocky spurs and contains fine sand beaches.
The geological formation of Cupabia Beach dates back to the Variscan period, featuring granodiorites formed between 358 and 298 million years ago.
The beach forms part of the Serra-di-Ferro commune, where local residents maintain traditional Corsican customs through summer festivals and events.
Visitors can access the beach via the D155 road, with parking facilities available and a 5 to 10-minute walk to reach the shoreline.
The beach contains simple pegmatites with reddish K-feldspar and milky quartz formations, making it geologically notable in the Mediterranean region.
Location: Corsica
GPS coordinates: 41.74083,8.77778
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:43
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.
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