Plage de Ficaghjola, Vistale, also known as Plage Ficaghjola, is a scenic beach located in the picturesque village of Piana, Corsica. The village of Piana, set at an elevation of 430 meters, is renowned for its "Calanche," a UNESCO World Heritage site and is recognized as one of the most stunning sites in Corsica.
The beach is situated 4km away from Piana, towards the Vistale hamlet. The journey to the beach provides travelers with a panoramic view of the Gulf of Porto, the Scandola Nature Reserve, and the Capu Rossu Tower. The village of Piana is approximately 78km away from Ajaccio, 76km from Corté, and 80km from Calvi.
Plage de Ficaghjola is known for its natural beauty, characterized by a small bay nestled between rugged red cliffs. The beach is surrounded by rocks, and the clear, turquoise water makes it an ideal spot for swimming and cliff jumping. Visitors are advised to bring underwater shoes due to the rocky terrain.
The beach is accessible via a narrow, winding road. Despite the challenging route, many find the journey worthwhile due to the beach's serene and uncrowded atmosphere, especially during the off-peak season, such as in May.
Amenities at the beach are minimal. There are no bathroom or shower facilities available. However, free parking is available a short 5-minute walk from the beach.
Plage de Ficaghjola amenities include parking.
Visitor reviews highlight the beach's stunning beauty and tranquility, with its clear turquoise water, lack of crowds, and picturesque surroundings of rough red cliffs being particularly appreciated. The adventurous journey to the beach, involving a steep and narrow road, is also seen as part of the charm. However, some visitors have complained about the rocky terrain and lack of facilities such as bathrooms and showers.
If you’re visiting Plage de Ficaghjola, consider staying in the charming village of Piana, which is just 4km away and offers a range of accommodations. Many visitors also opt to stay in Ajaccio, enjoying the vibrant city life and making day trips to the beach and other nearby natural attractions.
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Latitude: 42.2513533 / Longitude: 8.6266266
Plage de Ficaghjola is located in Corsica. The following map of Plage de Ficaghjola shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 22.5°C/24.6°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 28.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 23.7 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.2 m |
| Rain Chance | 53% |
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| Rainfall | 4.6 mm |
| Rain Duration | 10 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:59/19:46 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 0.0 hrs |
| UV Index | 5.75 |
| Cloud Cover | 99% |
| Speed | 7.9 km/h |
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| Gusts | 24.8 km/h |
| Direction | S |
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