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Sartène

Corsica, France · Europe

About Sartène

Sartène is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Propriano, 44km from Capo Testa.

Sartène is a town located in Corsica, France. With a population of 3,674, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Sartène sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Sartène to your route.

About Sartène

Sartène (French: [saʁtɛn]; Corsican: Sartè [sarˈtɛ]; Italian: Sartena [sarˈtɛːna] or Sartene [sarˈtɛːne]) is a commune in the department of Corse-du-Sud on the island of Corsica, France. Its history dates back to medieval times and granite buildings from the early 16th century still line some of the streets. One of

Read more the main incidents in the town's history was an attack by pirates from Algiers in 1583, after which 400 people were taken away. These attacks continued into the 18th century. The town is centred on the Place de la Liberation (previously the Place Porta), at the edge of which is the church of Sainte Marie. The town allows good views across the valley. Sartène wine is appreciated by wine connoisseurs for its good quality. Sartène has given its name to one of the southern Corsican dialects a variety of which is the Gallurese spoken in North Sardinia.

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Where is Sartène located?

Sartène is located in Corsica, France, Europe. The coordinates are 41.6167 latitude, 8.9833 longitude.

What is the population of Sartène?

Sartène has a population of approximately 3,674 people, making it a town in France.

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Quick Information

Population
3,674
Continent
Europe
Country
France
Region
Corsica
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
41.6167, 8.9833

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in France

Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire
18
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

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 Sartène

4 notable places within an hour's 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.

28 km · about 35 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Bonifacio

A dramatic citadel town perched atop sheer white limestone cliffs at the southern tip of Corsica, overlooking the strait to Sardinia.

29 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Capo Testa

A surreal headland of wind-sculpted granite boulders near Santa Teresa Gallura at Sardinia's northern tip.

44 km · about 50 min drive

national park

La Maddalena Archipelago

A national park of seven main islands off northeastern Sardinia with pristine beaches, granite rock formations, and crystal-clear waters.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Sartène

  • 28 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.
  • 29 kmBonifacioA dramatic citadel town perched atop sheer white limestone cliffs at the southern tip of Corsica, overlooking the strait to Sardinia.

Driving in France

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.85/litre
Motorway tolls
~€10.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Sartène.

Propriano

🇫🇷 France

9 km awayPop. 3,312

Olmeto

🇫🇷 France

12 km awayPop. 1,176

Figari

🇫🇷 France

19 km awayPop. 1,438

Zonza

🇫🇷 France

21 km awayPop. 1,888

Porto-Vecchio

🇫🇷 France

25 km awayPop. 11,820

Pietrosella

🇫🇷 France

27 km awayPop. 1,080

Albitreccia

🇫🇷 France

28 km awayPop. 1,322

Grosseto-Prugna

🇫🇷 France

28 km awayPop. 2,628

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