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What to do

LAUREEN'S WORKSHOPS

Looking for a unique experience in Bastia? I've got just what you're looking for! Come and discover the city in a different way by combining travel and artistic expression. Whether you're just passing through Haute-Corse or a resident looking for an inspiring break, the creative and well-being workshops are here to help you slow down and enjoy the [...]

Santamaria Estate

Presentation flyer In the heart of the Oletta plain, on the shores of Lake Padula, in the Patrimonio appellation, Domaine Santamaria has been cultivating its vines organically for six generations. The estate extends over twenty hectares and offers a dozen or so wines made with passion and sincerity, respecting the living world and its terroirs [...].

GEOGAMING CORSICA

Digital treasure hunt - Urban geogaming in complete freedom

Discover Bastia in a different way, and have fun doing it!

Family Parc

Family parc à Biguglia, your largest leisure park for all the family in Corsica: over 5000m2 of outdoor play equipment: slides - adventure course - zip wires - water games - climbing wall - trampolines and much more Air-conditioned indoor play area over 600m2 Outdoor 5vs5 padel football courts [...]

Speed Mare

To visit the most beautiful beaches of haute-corsica in the agriates desert on a 12-seater boat from saint florent or admire the sunset We are open every day from 7.30am to 8.30pm We provide umbrellas and snorkelling masks We accept children under the age of 18.

Corse Parachutisme Tandem

Discover free-fall at 200 km/h with a parachute jump with Corse Parachutisme Tandem. An extreme sensations activity, unique in Haute Corse at Ghisonaccia. The sensations it provides are within everyone's reach. There's nothing better than a tandem parachute jump accompanied by a professional skydiver.

BLACK AND WHITE GALLERY

The Galerie Noir et Blanc in Bastia was created in 2018. It is an art gallery run by the Association Festivale di U MercARTu, chaired by Christian Mons-Catoni. It is located on the Place du Marché in a very large and beautiful baroque space of 300 m² on two floors. It brings together [...]

ISLAND HIKES

Dive into the heart of Corsica, the island of beauty.

XP-Orizonte

XP-Orizonte (formerly EBIKE BASTIA): Corsican adventure between the sea and the mountains at your fingertips!
Want to experience Corsica differently and explore Bastia in complete freedom? Dive into an unforgettable adventure with XP-Orizonte!
Escape without limits with our top-of-the-range bikes

KURNOS EVASION

Come and discover the depths of eternal Corsica, driven by an experienced driver and lulled by the explanations of our tour guides.

CHEMIN DU MOULIN IN SAN MARTINO DI LOTA

For walkers who want to enjoy the soothing atmosphere of the Corsican maquis, this pretty walk offers a landscape with the green colours of the Mediterranean. The walk starts opposite Grisgione beach (Chemin du Chiusellu), where you can begin your ascent at the «San Martino Village 1h» sign. Halfway along the route, there is a [...]

PORTO LINEA

Since its creation in 1998 by Jean-Baptiste Rostini, a true lover of the sea who has always kept his hand on the rudder, Porto Linea invites you to explore the maritime splendours of the Gulf of Porto.

CANYON CORSE

Discover the island's most beautiful canyons with Canyon Corse.

The appuntu

Located at 3 rue des Mulets and managed by the association «LA FALEP - Ligue de l'Enseignement de Corse», this establishment aims to become a centre for social and cultural life oriented towards digital technology, culture and associative activities. The Appuntu covers an area of around 300 m2 and comprises several distinct spaces: A [...]

U FORTE À A CROCE

Situated on the heights of Bastia, U Forte à A Croce is a remarkable urban park extending over 4 hectares of unspoilt greenery right in the heart of the city. U Forte à A Croce, once a military site, has now been transformed into a place for relaxation, walking and leisure. The emblematic feature of the [...]

CYCLES 20

Cycles 20 is more than 30 years of existence and passion for bicycles and scooters in Bastia. Today, we focus solely on the world of bicycles, of all types. Bike hire.

The Arsenale

Nestling in the heart of the Citadel, in the North Bastion within the Spaziu Petru Mari, the Arsenale is a 220m2 exhibition space dedicated to contemporary art. Inaugurated in 2019, it hosts several temporary exhibitions a year. Opening times: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm E-mail: dramos@bastia.corsica

SAN PAULU - CORSICAN CAPE SEA WALKS

San Paulu in Macinaggio San Paulu offers boat trips to discover the wonders of Cap Corse by sea. Come and sail in the Cap Corse and Agriates Marine Park. We'll take you to the foot of the cliffs to marvel at these magical places, most of them inaccessible, where nature [...]

SPASSIGHJ'AGRIATE

Discover the heavenly beaches of the Agriates and Cap Corse with Spassighj'Agriate!

BASTIA JET

Bastia Jet, your water sports specialist for the last 10 years, offers a range of thrilling activities from 1 May to the end of September.

Casa di e lingue

A real pioneer in terms of thinking and opening up about learning and practising a wide range of languages, the venue hosts a variety of cultural events, including masterclasses, conferences, concerts and showcases, as well as quizzes! Open Monday to Thursday: 08:00 to 12:00 and 13:30 [...]

KALLIS JEWELRY

Kallis Bijoux Création, located in the heart of Bastia town centre at 21 rue César Campinchi, offers handcrafted jewellery by Corsican designers.

THE CHAPEL OF SCALA SANTA

Tucked away in the Bastia countryside, on the heights of Bastia, the Chapel of Our Lady of Monserato, founded in the 15th century, is home to a rare historical monument: a «scala santa» or holy staircase that recalls the Passion of Christ. This relic, which few other monuments in the world can boast of [...]

SAINT MARY'S CATHEDRAL

Dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin, it was built between 1604 and 1619. It houses an extraordinary silver processional statue of the Virgin dated 1852. This work of art, which can be admired in a niche on the right as you enter the sanctuary, is carried in procession through the streets every 15 August [...].

THE GOVERNOR'S PALACE

It was the seat of Genoese power in Corsica from the 15th century until the French conquest in 1768. Overlooking the cove of the Old Port from its hanging gardens, this castle was the permanent residence of the governors who had direct links with Genoa. Long regarded as a «city within a city», this imposing edifice, [...]

NAPOLEON STREET

Halfway between Place Saint Nicolas and the Vieux Port, rue Napoléon, inaugurated in 2013, is the only street entirely dedicated to pedestrians. Covered with Brando stone paving, this shopping thoroughfare boasts two remarkable religious buildings: the oratory of the Saint Roch brotherhood and the oratory of the Immaculate Conception, adorned with [...].

THE ROMIEU GARDEN

It's a haven of greenery between the Citadelle district and the Old Port. Overlooking the quays, the Romieu garden was designed in the second half of the 19th century by Bastia architect Paul-Augustin Viale. From its belvedere, the Romanesque staircase winds between the standing vases, statues, fountain and long iron railings [...].

THE OLD PORT OF BASTIA

At the foot of the Citadel, dominated by the bell tower of the Church of St John the Baptist, it reflects the old Tuscan-style buildings arranged in an amphitheatre around the cove. Behind its 15th-century Genoese breakwater, Bastia's old port has retained all the authenticity of its Mediterranean charm. Along the quays, [...]

THE MARKET SQUARE

Every weekend, the place recaptures its soul of yesteryear, with producers, market gardeners and florists reclaiming the space and offering visitors a journey combining regional fragrances and flavours (coppa, lonzu, figatellu, fritters, cheeses, canistrelli, etc.). Halfway between Place Saint Nicolas and the Old Port, the market square, known as «u mercà» by the locals, is a [...]

Théâtre de Bastia - temporarily closed

From the end of 2023, the Théâtre de Bastia will be temporarily closed to the public for renovation work. To find out more about the renovation project: https://www.bastia.corsica/blog/2022/11/21/projet-de-renovation-du-theatre-municipal-et-du-conservatoire-de-corse-henri-tomasi/ The auditorium: With a maximum capacity of 800, the Théâtre de Bastia's auditorium can accommodate a wide range of professional events [...].

Alb'Oru Cultural Centre

  Download the programme Opening times: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 9am - 6pm Thursday and Saturday: 9am - 12pm 1st Saturday of the month: 9am - 4pm E-mail: service-culture@bastia.corsica  

A Casa di e Scenze

A Casa di e Scenze offers visitors of all ages and from all walks of life the chance to discover, better understand and get to grips with science and technology. Through conferences, surprising exhibitions, activities for young and old and innovative encounters, a Casa di e Scenze aims to make science and technology accessible to [...].

WESTERN SPLASH

Leisure and water park ! 2 hectares for your children! Western Park, play park (aquatic from June to September) at Biguglia in Corsica, Western Park gives you the choice to have fun in complete safety.

CORSICA ZOO

Located in the beautiful Nebbiu valley, the Corsica Zoo animal and botanical park is a unique project in Corsica.

SALECCIA PARK

The only botanical landscape park in Corsica, the 7-hectare Parc de Saleccia presents Corsican and Mediterranean vegetation in a variety of forms.
spaces designed by landscape architect Bruno Demoustier.

CORSICA LOISIRS AVENTURE

Canyoning, kayaking, hiking or mountain biking, paragliding, diving, fishing or sailing: discover Corsica's natural treasures with Corsica Loisirs Aventure!

LA CHAPELLE SAINT JEAN

The route starts in the village of Mandriale and reaches the chapel of San Giovanni at an altitude of 793 metres. This year-round hike offers panoramic views over the hamlets of Mandriale, Anneto and Castagneto, as well as the islands of Capraia and Elba. On the way up, take a [...]

E NIVERE TO CARDO

The start of this walk, near the church of Saint Etienne, is signposted «glacières de Cardo». Before starting your walk, you can discover the old Genoese fortress that became the «Paoline» tower in the 18th century. Not far from the village square, surrounded by the houses of the town's notables, you can [...]

MARE È MUNTAGNA - VILLE DI PIETRABUGNO

This path begins high above the port of Toga, beyond the Place Mattei. Once used by the village women who came down every day to sell fruit and vegetables at the Bastia market, this centuries-old mule track offers a view of rare beauty over the town of Bastia, the Tyrrhenian Sea and the islands of [...].

CHAPELLE SAINTE MARIE

The start of this charming walk is on the heights of the village of Furiani. Before starting your walk, you can discover the old Genoese fortress that became the «Paoline» tower in the 18th century. Not far from the village's central square, surrounded by the houses of the town's notables, you'll see an ancestral wine-press and [...].

WHAT TO DO IN BASTIA IN AUTUMN

As you wander through its narrow streets, Bastia reveals itself as a multi-faceted place that gives you a feeling of being elsewhere. Discover the pearls of Bastia's heritage, take a walk in the mountains, immerse yourself in the region's typical gastronomy... in autumn, the Bastia region offers a wide range of excursions and events to help you get away from it all.

SAINT NICOLAS SQUARE

Bordered by the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Place Saint Nicolas is a meeting place for Bastians of all ages, who enjoy meeting up for lunch on the terrace, an aperitif with friends, or just relaxing with the family. Younger visitors can take advantage of the merry-go-rounds, or enjoy the freedom of the [...]