The island of Corsica is situated in the Mediterranean Sea to the Southeast of France near Sardinia. It is in fact closer to the Italian mainland than it is to France, and enjoys the Mediterranean warmth for longer than any other area of France. Many people seeking French property in the Mediterranean are attracted to Corsica for its rugged and beautiful scenery, as well as for its tranquil atmosphere in a non-commercialised environment.
Corsica is divided into two main areas - Haute Corse, which occupies the north and east half of the island, and Corse du Sud, which covers the south and western half. Both parts of Corsica are united by the impressive mountain range that runs from north to south along the spine of the island. The highest peak on the island is Monte Cinto, which stands at a dramatic 2706m above sea level and offers spectacular views out across the Mediterranean.
Bastia is the main town in Haute Corse. It has an international airport that receives direct flights into Northern Corsica from many European airports. Bastia is also a port town with regular ferry services running to the Italian mainland and to Nice in France. In Corse du Sud, the town of Ajaccio has an international airport and a very active ferry port. Ferry services from Ajaccio run to Marseille, Nice and Toulon, as well as to Italy and Sardinia.
With very few large settlements on Corsica, French property on the island offers the chance to get very rural very quickly. Corsica property along the rugged west and south coast is much in demand, as this is where the island's coastline is at its most dramatic with long stretches of beautiful sandy beaches and striking rock formations. The mountainous inland areas too are popular with prospective Corsica property buyers looking for a quiet mountain location. A 3-bed villa in France near Porto Vecchio in the south of the island can be purchased for between 280,000 euros and 300,000 euros.
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