Go to Figari by car to recharge your batteries in the Corsican hinterland

Go to Figari by car to recharge your batteries in the Corsican hinterland

10.02.2022

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By renting a vehicle from a car rental agency in Figari, you can easily travel around Figari and the entire Freto region, which boasts some of the most beautiful sites in Corsica. A trip to Figari will give you access to numerous activities, whether at sea or in the mountains, on-site or in the surrounding areas.

What to do in Figari?

The villages of Figari

Rent a vehicle from a car rental agency in Figari, and you can freely explore the 14 hamlets that make up the commune. In half an hour, you will reach the foot of the Cagna mountain, the starting point for many hikes. Don’t miss the Uomo di Cagna, two stacked granite rocks with a strangely anthropomorphic shape!

The bay of Figari

Figari is located on a lovely indented bay that delights hikers and sports enthusiasts. A kitesurfing school, numerous diving spots, and charming small beaches await you. If you enjoy hiking, explore the 800 km of protected coastline that surrounds the bay and discover its coves and sea caves.

The Tesla estate

A trip to Figari will allow you to discover the 3000 hectares of the protected Tesla estate. This site is known for its standing rocks with strange shapes and its walking or mountain biking trails.

Around Figari

Porto Vecchio

From your car rental agency in Figari, you can reach it in 25 minutes by heading north-east on the D958. The third-largest city in Corsica is renowned for its fine sandy beaches: Palombaggia, Tamariccio, among others. Follow the coast south to Santa Giulia beach: the landscapes are wonderful. If you’re sporty, climb to the Ospedale massif, peaking at 900 meters. The summit offers a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Porto-Vecchio.

Bonifacio

A fortified Genoese town perched on a cliff overlooking the sea, Bonifacio is 18 km away on the N196. By renting a vehicle from a car rental agency in Figari, you can reach it in 22 minutes. Explore the medieval town on foot, then discover the cliffs, coves, and sea caves along the coast! The nearby Piantarella beach is a popular windsurfing spot.

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