Ajaccio: a top holiday in the Corsican capital

What better place to spend your summer holidays than the Corsican capital? Nestled between hills, sea and city, you couldn't dream of a better location for your holiday rental in Ajaccio in the Southern Corsica. You will love the terrestrial and marine biodiversity, the region's heritage and the wide range of available activities. So will it be scuba diving or a meal in a beach-front restaurant? All that's left to do is wait for your holiday to begin...

Your holiday rental in Ajaccio, 100 metres from the beach

Here, it's impossible to run out of activities! Whether you prefer the sea, the mountain, cultural visits or shopping, you are sure to find the right fit. Here are some ideas for things to do close to your holiday rental in Ajaccio:

• For watersports fans: choose a spot of canyoning down the most beautiful rivers in Corsica or try your hand at watersports such as ski tubing, jet-skiing, motorboating, wake boarding and many others! And don't forget some scuba diving in the translucent waters along the coastline. 
• For fans of nature activities: go for a walk in Bastelicaccia. And to enjoy some variation, alternate between mountain biking, tree climbing, parachuting...
• For fans of cultural activities: follow in the footsteps of Napoleon Bonaparte with the Napoleon Cave and the Naporama Museum. Visit the Parata Tower, the Capitello Tower, Austerlitz Square...or simply stroll through the narrow streets of the city with a nice ice cream in your hand; after all, it's the holidays!

In terms of gastronomy, you won't be disappointed. Between the multicoloured markets, Corsican wines, cheese, honey and other local produce, there is sure to be something to delight your taste buds! Are you familiar with beignets de bianchetti (whitebait fritters) or pavé de denti aux oursins (dentex filet with sea urchins)? In any case, this will be your chance to sample the local delicacies. 

3-Star Residence Les Calanques: your holiday rental in Ajaccio

The 3* Residence Les Calanques, located in Ajaccio in Corsica as its name suggests, has more than one trick up its sleeve. Picture yourself 100 metres from the white sandy beach, on your terrace overlooking the sea - paradise, eh? In terms of amenities, your holiday rental in Ajaccio has a heated swimming pool, a paddling pool for your little ones and deckchairs on which to perfect your tan. To keep in shape, you can visit the gym and then relax in the wellness area. The accommodation includes modern studios and apartments that can accommodate up to 4 people. They are very well-equipped and all feature air conditioning and a terrace or balcony.

All you have to do is pack your suitcase: sun cream, glasses, swimsuit, hat...