From Saarbrücken to Corsica by Car. Brief report.

So, the trip to Corsica:

Day 1: Arrival

Camping La Pinède

This is a 4-star campsite, which means it has everything for a comfortable stay: a swimming pool, a restaurant, and well-developed infrastructure. Every morning, you can order fresh pastries and baguettes. Two nights in a fully equipped cabin cost 150 euros.

Day 2: Chamonix and Mont Blanc

Chamonix–Mont-Blanc

The campsite is just a stone’s throw from Chamonix. Parking for the whole day costs about 10 €. You can buy lift tickets on-site. We chose the day pass for 39 euros, which grants access to four lifts (Chamonix Planpraz, Brevent, L’Index, and Flegere) and promises the most breathtaking views.

Day 3: The City of Annecy

Visit to **Annecy** — a city by a picturesque lake.

The ferry departs from Savona at 21:00.

Day 4: Arrival by Ferry and Check-in at the Campsite

Arrival by ferry and check-in at the campsite. We planned our two-week trip to Corsica with tents, choosing several campsites for stops in different parts of the island. The first was Camping Fautea – from here, it’s easy to reach **Porto-Vecchio** and Bonifacio to explore these cities.

Day 5: Beach and Porto-Vecchio

Des Grès Roses beach and Porto-Vecchio — a small but picturesque town that has preserved the atmosphere of an ancient port settlement.

Day 6: Bonifacio

Bonifacio – promenades along the cliffs offering breathtaking views of the rugged coastline. Here you can also find the entrance to the famous King’s Staircase (Escalier du Roi d’Aragon). According to legend, this staircase was carved into the sheer rock overnight by soldiers of the King of Aragon during the city’s siege.

We swam at the beautiful Plage Santa Manza beach.

Day 7: Vallee de Cavu – Journey to the Conca River Valley

Vallee de Cavu.

A journey to the Conca River Valley – a route along a mountain stream with natural swimming holes, just a half-hour drive from the campsite. Along the way, you can swim in small natural pools. It’s worth planning a full day trip, as there’s a small restaurant nearby where you can enjoy local delicacies: wild boar sausage, cheese, olives, and fresh baguette.

Day 8: Beach Day

Beach day

Day 9: Moving to the Camping in the Restonica Valley

Moving to the Camping Tuani in the Restonica Valley took an hour and a half. We paid 94 euros for three nights.

Day 10: Hike in the Restonica River Valley

A hike in the Restonica River Valley, one of the most scenic spots in Corsica. Walking over rocks requires good footwear and some skill, but it brings special enjoyment. These walks, with frequent stops for swimming and resting, are very characteristic of Corsica.

Day 11: The City of Corte

City of Corte — the historical center of Corsica and exploration of the island’s north-western coast.

We reached the citadel and the pedestrian bridge where the Restonica and Tavignano rivers meet.

Day 12: Moving to Camping San Damiano

Pont Génois (or Pontu Ghjenuvese), one of the partially preserved Genoese bridges, built in the 17th century.

Carriolu, the imaginary village — a miniature village created with incredible care and attention to detail.

We moved to the San Damiano campsite, which is located right on the seafront. You won’t find much privacy here, but it is a great base to explore the northern part of Corsica — the Cap Corse peninsula, which was our main goal. The campsite has excellent infrastructure: a swimming pool, playgrounds, camper van and tent sites, as well as bungalows. There is a large shop, a restaurant, a fitness center, and updated modern showers on the premises.

Day 13: Cap Corse — Journey through the Famous Cape of Corsica

Cap Corse — a journey through the famous cape of Corsica,

Initially, we planned to travel along the eastern coast to the fishing village of Macinaggio, but the road was so picturesque that we couldn’t resist and decided to go further, against our original plan.

We visited the villages of Erbalunga and Nonza (the place is known for its unique black sand beach) and the Cap Corse windmill with incredibly beautiful panoramic views.

Day 14: Bastia, Saint-Florent, and Plage de Fornali

Bastia — sightseeing in the old town, trip to Saint-Florent, a picturesque town on the north-western coast, and Plage de Fornali.

On Sundays in Bastia, there is a real flea market — the brocante, where locals sell anything they no longer need. You can find tables full of antiques, sometimes at bargain prices.

Day 15: Beach Day

Beach day. The water here is incredibly clear. The rich underwater world makes snorkeling particularly interesting, and for diving enthusiasts, there are many centers along the coast.

Day 16: Ferry to the Mainland and the Journey Home

The ferry to the mainland departed at 8 PM, and we had plenty of time to spend the whole day in Bastia. Then, the journey home.