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Porto holidays - Beach fans and nature lovers
Holidays in Porto are ideal for those wishing to combine an excellent Corsica beach with spectacular walking and diving. Porto is an enjoyably relaxed Corsica beach resort on a beautiful bay between Calvi and Ajaccio, on the stunning west coast of the island. The surrounding Calanche coastline is famous for its brightly coloured cliffs and striking red rock formations. Porto beach is one of the best in the region: a broad stretch of gently shelving sand and shingle with spectacular sunsets. For a quiet Porto holiday beach try Ficajola Beach near Piana or Caspio Beach near Partinello. Cheap low-season holidays in Porto will find Porto beach amazingly uncrowded. Away from the beach, Porto holidays centre on the resort’s marina and fishing harbour with its 16th century Genoese watchtower, along with the cafes and restaurants in the old village.
Porto holidays –Outstanding walking
The amazing proximity of the mountains means Porto holidays can comfortably combine beaches with the world-renowned walking trails and traditional villages found in Corsica’s fabulous interior. Walkers on holiday in Porto are spoilt for choice, with excellent coast walks, lovely waymarked trails around Piana, and more challenging hiking and climbing in the mountains. Porto is a popular centre for diving holidays, sailing holidays, windsurfing and birdwatching on the Scandola Peninsula. The Gulf of Porto enjoys UNESCO protection and the marine park is just part of the larger Regional Natural Park of Corsica.
Porto holidays – Fantastically scenic coastline
Popular Porto holiday excursions include villages like Chidazzu, Curzo, Ota and Evisa, the quaint little port of Girolata, the Spelunca gorges and boat trips to the Scandola Nature Reserve, known for its marine life. All Porto holidays should include a visit to the picturesque village of Piana. Porto holidays are ideally placed for exploring the splendidly scenic Gulf of Valinco and the entire dramatic west coast of Corsica.
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