natural wonder
GR20 Trail
Europe's toughest and most spectacular long-distance hiking trail, crossing Corsica's mountainous spine over 180 kilometers.
20 km · about 25 min drive
![Corte (Haute-Corse, France) - Fontaine de la Rampe Ste-Croix dite « Fontaine du Cours », fonte, fontaine à deux vasques supportées par trois putti, signée Durenne (fondeur d'art) sur le socle du groupe des enfants. [1]
On remarque les volets typiques (dits persiennes génoises) dont la partie inférieure peut basculer vers l'extérieur.](https://prod-images.planyourroadtrips.com/img/city-images/corte-fr-423096-91492/1-Corte_fontaine.jpg?w=1080&q=80&f=webp)
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Corte
Corsica, France · Europe
About Corte
Corte is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Morosaglia, 20km from GR20 Trail.
Corte is in Corsica, France, with about 7,200 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Morosaglia, about 19 km away.
Corte may refer to: Corte, a commune in Corsica, France Arrondissement of Corte, a district in Corsica, France USC Corte, a French football team Corte (surname)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Corte?
Within an hour or so of Corte: GR20 Trail (20 km), Calanques de Piana (41 km), Calvi Citadel (43 km), Scandola Nature Reserve (50 km).
Are there any good drives near Corte?
The nearest famous roads are Col de Bavella.
Where is Corte?
Corte is in Corsica, France, about 19 km from Morosaglia.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 7,217
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- France
- Region
- Corsica
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Coordinates
- 42.3096, 9.1492
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in France
Carrying a warning triangle and hi-vis vest in your vehicle is mandatory. Motorway emergency phones connect to official breakdown services only.
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Worth the detour from Corte
5 notable places within an hour's drive.
natural wonder
Calanques de Piana
Extraordinary red granite formations plunging into the blue Mediterranean on Corsica's west coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
41 km · about 50 min drive
castle
Calvi Citadel
A striking Genoese citadel overlooking a pristine turquoise bay backed by snow-capped mountains in northwest Corsica.
43 km · about 50 min drive
national park
Scandola Nature Reserve
A UNESCO-protected volcanic peninsula accessible only by sea, with spectacular red porphyry cliffs and pristine marine ecosystems.
50 km · about 55 min drive
mountain pass
Col de Bavella
Corsica's most spectacular mountain pass at 1218m, winding through twisted granite needles and fragrant pine forests in the island's wild interior.
57 km · about 65 min drive
Driving roads near Corte
- 57 kmCol de BavellaCorsica's most spectacular mountain pass at 1218m, winding through twisted granite needles and fragrant pine forests in the island's wild interior.
Driving in France
- Drives on
- the right
- Petrol
- ~€1.85/litre
- Motorway tolls
- ~€10.00/100km
When to drive here
April to October
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