Corte
Corti
The historic town in central Corsica, with a castle perched on a rocky peak like an eagle's nest; it was once the capital of Pasquale Paoli's independent government.
Corte was the capital of the independent Corsican government led by Pasquale Paoli in the 18th century. It is also home to the University of Corsica and is regarded as the spiritual center of the island. The upper-town citadel stands on a rocky peak and houses the Corsican Museum, which showcases the island's folk traditions and history. The viewing terrace below the citadel overlooks the confluence of the Tavignano and Restonica rivers. From Ajaccio, the Corsican narrow-gauge train takes about 2 hours, passing through the beautiful Vizzavona mountains; by car, it takes about 1.5 hours.
Opening hours
Open all day; museum approx. 10:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Restonica Gorges & Lac de Melo
- Cascade des Anglais
- Forêt d'Aïtone
- A Cupulatta
- Lac de Tolla
- Gorges de la Spelunca
- Porto (Ota)
- Calanques de Piana