Guide to Figari

'Perfect for sun-and-sand lovers, this rustic charmer sits above the white-satin beaches of Corsica's south-east, yet within striking distance of the island's magical mountains and forests.'

Whether you're addicted to beaches or beautiful countryside it doesn't matter. Figari's great news either way. A small, charming village in Corsica's south-western corner, it's brilliantly positioned for enjoying the island's famous south coast beaches and getting in some rural relaxation.
Set near Corsica's Figari airport – so you'll be first with your flip-flops on – its appealing streets and honey-stone houses sit in the middle of plains of vineyards, olive groves and pastures. It won't take long to register you're in the middle of wine country. All around the swaying vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see – there are more vines per inch here than anywhere else on the island. So once you've eased yourself into that holiday mood, the next step is obvious. Hotfoot it to a local domaine or bar to sample the area's finest vintage – the AOC Appellation Figari, especially its full-bodied red.
From there, check out the bays and beaches of the south and east. There's a fabulous variety on tap, from the pillow-white sands of Palombaggia and watersports of golden Santa Guilia to idyllic inlets only reached by walking along lonely tracks. And when you've had your days in the sun, swimming in mirror-glass seas, take a tour of the many charming villages and towns close by. Spend a day in pretty, clifftop Bonifacio with its stunning citadel and rock-edge marine cemetery. Return another day to set sail for the outlying Lavezzi islands, exquisite jewels encrusted with immaculate beaches. Or turn tail to enjoy Corsica's great outdoors, driving or hiking into the island's mountainous heart to experience silent forests, romantic rock pools and heart-lurching gorges.

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