Ferry from Italy to Corsica

About Italy

Italy is a boot-shaped peninsula situated in the Mediterranean Sea at the bottom of Western Europe, with the Tyrrhenian Sea to the West, Ionian Sea to the South and Adriatic Sea to the East. Italy is the fifth most visited country in the world and contains more World Heritage Sites than any other country. Although Rome, Milan, Venice and Florence are the top tourist destinations in Italy, the country’s rich collections of art, culture and literature from many different periods and regions make it impossible to judge on where the most interesting location is. With around four thousand miles of coastline, with countless gulfs, inlets, and long sandy beaches, Italy is truly adapted to the vacation lovers every need. Coastal cities with their sea resorts and awesome beaches are easily reachable by car with a variety of ferries and vessels large and small ready to sail you there.

About Corsica

Corsica is a French island situated in the Mediterranean Sea and is known for its beautiful coastline of more than two hundred beaches. With its position in the North of the Mediterranean, getting to Corsica by ferry is quick and easy and whether you choose to sail from France or Italy, there’s a huge selection of ferry routes to choose from with ports in each corner of the island. Departures from France are available from the ports of Toulon, Nice and Marseille. Crossings operate daily, year round, and increase with demand around peak season. Crossings from Italy depart the ports of Savona and Genoa in the north and Livorno and Piombino on the west coast of Italy. As with the crossings from France, due to Corsica’s popularity as a destination, there are year round connections to the island, increasing during the summer period. In additions, there is also a ferry crossing bridging the short gap to Sardinia, south of Corsica. The majority of ferry passengers arrive by car, though vehicles can be rented from most port towns. The island has a well-connected road network which will allow you to take any one of the number of smooth roads along the coastline to reach the stunning beaches and sheltered coves, getting off the tourist track. Impossible to miss during your visit are the sandy beaches with their crystal clear waters. Many of the beaches offer a range of activities like volley ball, surfing, yachting, canoeing, skiing, banana boat rides, fishing and more.