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Corsica is a true melting pot of landscapes, both beautiful and varied, to make the most of the sunny days. Corsica's culture and traditions are specific and predominant. Its fascinating and often little-known history has forged its strong identity. Coming to Corsica in the off-season will allow you to enjoy a gentle way of life that's as exotic as it is endearing.

Here you can meet authentic Corsican people, stroll along paths and discover deserted beaches. Ideal time for a Corsican tour by bike, motorcycle or car, discovering Corsica either inland or along the coast. In spring, those with a sweet tooth can treat their taste buds to a variety of local products prepared over the winter in Corsican markets.

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Here are 5 good reasons to treat yourself to the colors and flavors of Corsica in spring, and a few tips to help you prepare your stay and make your arrival on the island a rediscovery of the five senses!

1- Visit CORSICA AT LOW PRICES

Corsica is undoubtedly more accessible in fine weather than in summer. If you can travel out of season, you' ll save money on transport and accommodation, especially if you leave outside the school vacations. Airlines and shipping companies often have special offers for these periods. Two rules to follow if you want to take full advantage of the best transport fares. Book early and travel during the week. Spring also offers a wide choice of affordable camping, residential and hotel accommodation . Accommodation is available at attractive prices from March to June.

And if you're traveling with the family, the cost will always be lower during the Easter vacations compared to the summer season. What's more, your hosts are available and will spend more time with you to tell you their best addresses.

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2- ENJOY ADVANTAGE OF OUR PARTNERS' offers and ideas for spring breaks

There's no need to travel to the other side of the world to enjoy the paradisiacal shores of fine sand and translucent sea. Take your time and enjoy the island's almost deserted beaches in spring! Corsica's springtime temperatures are less suitable for swimming than in July or August, and you'll need to be a little daring to swim in water between 15 and 17°C. But you'll be able to choose a spot for your towel on one of the island's finest beaches, very popular in July and August, with an authentic feeling of being all by yourself. And you'll be the envy of your friends when you post your best shots online, or when you return from Corsica with a golden tan.

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3- ENJOY YOUR PASSIONS AND ACTIVITIES IN MILD WEATHER 

At the start of the Easter vacations, the island wakes up to a host of cultural and outdoor activities, including white-water sports such as canyoning. Andanidealplace if you're a fan of sports tourimsm or outdoor activities- Corsica is packed full of them. You can go hiking , mountain biking or horseback riding without suffering from the heat. It's the perfect time of year for beautiful hikes and long walks by the sea or on ancient heritage trails. If you're not so keen on the cold, you'll love the mountains, with your feet in the snow and a view of the sea so close by - a wonderful experience! Corsica's varied landscapes are best appreciated during this mild, cooler period. You'll enjoy the customs trail on Cap Corse, the mountain itineraries around the Aiguilles de Bavella or a walk along the Cavu river. Corsica is an ideal destination for all kinds of outdoor sports, offering a multitude of hikes all year round, with friends or family, for both experts and novices.

As an alternative to the traditional GR20, Corsica offers six discovery itinerary trails, to be enjoyed on the wings of the season: the Mare à Mare (North, South and Central), the Mare è Monti (North and South) and the Sentier de la transhumance, to discover Corsica in a different way.

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In May, water sports activities are in full swing! Canyoning will offer you some great sensations. The high water level means you can enjoy jumps, natural slides, waterfalls, abseiling and swimming.

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4- Discover corsican culture and heritage and spring events

If spring is the ideal time to discover an authentic, unhurried Corsica, it's also the ideal time to take part in cultural activities (visits to prehistoric sites, museums, chapels, Genoese towers...). The area has a rich history, specific geological sites to discover (taffoni and oriu are must-see prehistoric remains) and its distinctive traditions. This is an ideal time to visit the museums that remain open, such as the Maison Bonaparte in Ajaccio, the Aléria archaeological museum, the Corsican museum in Corte, A Casa di Roccapina in Sartène...

  Numerous fairs take place in Corsica in spring: the famous  olive oil fair in Sainte Lucie de Tallano awaits you to celebrate spring in a festive atmosphere, as does the Corsican cheese fair, A Fiera di u Casgiu in Venaco. Easter is also an opportunity to take part in Corsican religious celebrations. The most impressive of these is the  Catenacciu procession in Sartène, but the Black Christ procession (early May) in Bastia is also well worth a visit. You'll be right at the heart of Corsican traditions, immersed in the islanders' way of life.

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Experience the Catenacciu in Sartène

5- Discover corsican flora and fauna 

Thanks to its flora and fauna, Corsica is a paradise for many endemic plant and animal species , offering us a unique festival of colors and scents. Thanks to the island's temperate climate and abundant water resources, it boasts a wide variety of flora: Mediterranean, mountain and sub-alpine. Corsica's numerous nature reserves help to preserve this biodiversity and offer landscapes with a thousand springtime colors. The maquis contains a number of highly fragrant flowers, plants and bushes.

Thyme, rosemary, white and pink rockrose and lavender will awaken your olfactory senses. From the famous fragrant maquis to the pozzine, not forgetting the coastal areas, walking enthusiasts will be able to cross landscapes lined with Larici pines or myrtles. This is where the island's finest flavours come from. Touching, feeling and observing these elements are essential to understanding Corsica. In this still wild land,the Corsican mouflon sheep displays its proud allure through the  forests of Aitone, Asco and Bavella. Corsica's botanical trails will also lead you to the discovery of chestnut trees, holm oaks and cysts. Just outside Île-Rousse, an exceptional site awaits you: the  Parc de Saleccia, a botanical landscape covering 7 hectares.

The island's endemic fauna is numerous and varied. With fewer visitors, you're likely to come across more free-ranging animals, such as wild pigs, mouflons (the island's emblems), Corsican donkeys, peregrine falcons, ewes... On the Coscione plateau in the Alta Rocca, you'll come across horses, cows and wild pigs that will delight young and old alike! And if you look up to the sky, watch out:the magnificent bearded vulture and golden eagle reign as absolute monarchs here, and show no mercy towards their prey.

                                                                                  Whether you're a sports fan, an epicurean, a culture enthusiast, a nature lover or a seasoned gourmet, Corsica in springtime is undoubtedly your ideal destination!

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