I'lle Rousse Holidays

Enjoyable Corsican coast resort
Holidays in I’lle Rousse are based in an appealing relaxed resort in a sheltered spot on the north coast of the spectacularly scenic island of Corsica. I’lle Rousse holidays have long been popular with discerning British visitors. I’lle Rousse has plenty of local character and the whole resort exudes an easygoing Corsican charm. Holidays here centre on the waterfront, the marketplace and the typical Corsican square with its nice old-style cafes. I’lle Rousse enjoy some of the finest weather on Corsica thanks to the town’s sheltered position at the base of the hills of Balagne, a gorgeous region of vineyards, olive groves, citrus trees and pretty hilltop villages. Visitors can make use of a fantastic narrow gauge railway to visit nearby coast resorts and the fabulous interior.

Characterful base for lovely Corsica beaches
I’lle Rousse is a town of considerable Corsican charm with a pleasantly animated nightlife revolving around the bars and restaurants in the old town and along the waterfront, fine spots to admire lovely sunsets and the rocks that turn pink in the evening light and give the resort its name. I’lle Rousse is well placed for the wonderful port of Calvi and some superb Corsica beaches like Algajola beach or lovely quieter spots like Ostriconi beach. In common with all holidays in Corsica, I’lle Rousse offers plenty of opportunities for watersports as well as horse riding, fishing, rafting and walking.

Visit Calvi and charming hilltop villages
I’lle Rousse holidays can combine miles of gorgeous coastline with the dramatic interior of Corsica with its spectacular mountain roads, ravines, rivers and forests. No holiday here would be complete without a visit to the delightful lively town of Calvi and the village of Monticello. The entire island of Corsica is a scenic delight and excursions in virtually any direction will be rewarded with spectacular scenery, charming coastal towns, characterful cafes and excellent local cuisine and wines. Why not try taking one of the spectacular winding routes up into the interior and perhaps taking advantage of Corsica’s magnificent marked hiking trails. Walking aficionados consider the trails in Corsica as some of the most exciting and rewarding in Europe.

Weather in L'Ile Rousse

There is plenty of sunshine to be found in I’lle Rousse for much of the year. I’lle Rousse is located in a sheltered area of Northern Corsica and benefits from high temperatures during the summer that are perfect for outdoor activities or simply relaxing on the beach. Northern Corsica is generally hotter than the south and temperatures can head up to the 35C mark during July and August. Sea temperatures will hit their peak during July making this the perfect time of the year to swim and dive in the warm sea. Rainfall should not be a problem during the summer months and tends to stick mainly to the autumn and winter months.