Electric bike tour from Bastia to Ajaccio with Corsicatours
Your bike will be your companion for a week-long journey between sea and mountains in a diverse Corsica with a unique flavor. We invite you to explore the nooks and crannies of the Isle of Beauty at your own pace, choosing between short or long routes. Take long breaks to catch your breath in front of an exceptional coastline where the sun's reflections enhance the turquoise beaches and lush scrubland.
STAGES OF THE TOUR
STAGE 1
BASTIA-ERSA
47 km and elevation gain + 647 m or 77 km and elevation gain + 1370 m
Set off early in the morning towards Cap Corse, where a magnificent coastal road awaits you.
Feast your eyes on the magnificent mansions with their light-colored facades, contrasting with the blues and pretty seascapes. The road adapts to your desires.
The wild aspect of Cap Corse reveals a more discreet side of the island. In Ersa, at the tip of Cap Corse, a mill, cave, and chapel await you.
STAGE 2
ERSA-ST FLORENT
On the western side of Cap Corse, the steep coastline dramatically dominates the shore, overlooked by Genoese towers and windmills on the ridges.
Take a break to enjoy some local delicacies in Nonza, land of the citron, on the way to the Paoline tower, where the 360° view of the bay of Saint-Florent is breathtaking.
Continue on your way towards the Gulf of Saint-Florent, the island's “little Saint-Tropez.” It is a festive and lively resort, where the cheerful terraces of bars and restaurants will seduce you, whether in the old town, around the bright Place Doria and its fountain, and the Place des Portes, or on its marina.
59 km and elevation gain +711 m / 82 km and elevation gain +1237 m
STAGE 3
ST FLORENT-ALGAJOLA
Treat yourself to a relaxing break in the Agriate desert: warm waters, sandy beaches, and picture-postcard scenery make this stage feel like paradise on earth.
Cross the Regional Park and the hilltop villages of Balagne to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic bays of Île Rousse and Calvi.
Watch the sea dance at Algajola, a village set on the water where the waves sometimes invite you to experience thrills.
53 km and elevation gain + 726 m / 81 km and elevation gain + 1054 m
STAGE 4
BALAGNE VILLAGE LOOP
Take the time to stroll through the villages of Balagne, nicknamed “the orchard of Corsica,” with its gardens, hilltop villages with narrow streets, and fig trees that will delight those in search of authenticity.
Take the Route des Artisans, A Strada di l'Artigiani, for an opportunity to discover local traditions and expertise: luthiers, beekeepers, cutlers... In our address book, fabulous encounters await you...
52 km and elevation gain + 882 m
STAGE 5
ALGAJOLA-GALERIA
Gain altitude by crossing the Marsylino Pass, which offers a beautiful view of the Calva region.
Galeria is isolated by the sea, at the mouth of the Fango Valley. This village is a haven of peace amid the summer clamor.
Sit down for a moment and take the time to listen to the elders. Their memories are the most beautiful gift.
57 km and elevation gain + 1086 m / 67 km and elevation gain + 1181 m
STAGE 6
GALERIA-PORTO
Walk along the meandering Fango River, which carves out a sumptuous valley between the most beautiful mountains of western Corsica, up to the Palmarella Pass (408 m).
Perched above the Gulf of Girolata and the Scandola Nature Reserve, the wild landscapes will allow you to immortalize these impressive moments.
Enter a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Gulf of Porto, with the respectful admiration it deserves. Its flora and fauna are worthy of respect... Its vertiginous cliffs of pink and red porphyry of volcanic origin and the dreamlike shapes of the rocks sculpted by erosion are an unforgettable natural spectacle.
51 km and elevation gain +719 m / 70 km and elevation gain +1176 m
STAGE 7
PORTO-CARGESE
Enjoy every moment in the Calanche de Piana. Surrounded by immense mounds dotted with a few endemic plants, every meter you travel will leave you speechless.
Cargèse, the village with two churches, awaits you for a visit to the eponymous Genoese tower. A taste of another world on an island of beauty that boasts some of the most beautiful panoramas in the Mediterranean.
31 km and elevation gain + 668 m / 68 km and elevation gain + 1792 m
STAGE 8
CARGESE-AJACCIO
The last stage takes you through the Calcatoggio region and its golden sandy beaches to the Napoleonic city.
Ajaccio charms with its dolce vita atmosphere: a lively marina, local farmers' market, and numerous terraces where joie de vivre reigns supreme.
The blazing sunset over the Sanguinaires Islands, a haven of peace for seabirds and a reserve for a rich variety of rare and endemic flora.
49 km and elevation gain + 811 m / 73 km and elevation gain + 1098 m
Additional information
If renting bikes: an appointment time is set at the Bastia tourist office for the handover of bikes and road books.
If renting bikes: an appointment time is set for the return of bikes in Ajaccio.
The routes may be modified for safety reasons.
The deposit for the bikes is €1,000 per bike - this is not cashed, it is a guarantee.
The road books and GPX tracks for the stages are sent in advance by email.
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