Étang de Palo, Coastal lagoon in Serra-di-Fiumorbo, France
The Étang de Palo is a shallow coastal lagoon along eastern Corsica, spanning a large area with water typically reaching just 1 meter (3 feet) in depth. A sandbar separates it from the Tyrrhenian Sea, creating a partially enclosed environment where fresh and salt water mix.
The lagoon was born during the early post-ice age period when sand and sediment accumulated along the coast, slowly isolating a coastal basin from the sea. This gradual geological shift created the enclosed body of water we see today.
Local people have fished here for generations, catching eels and mullet from the shallow water. This practice remains central to how the community uses and values the lagoon today.
Visit during clear weather since the open landscape offers little shelter from sun and wind. Wear sturdy footwear to navigate the soft sand and wet ground safely.
The wetland attracts numerous bird species that stop here during migration and breeding seasons. This makes it an important destination for anyone interested in observing wild birds in their natural setting.
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