Excursion and activity ideas between the Bay of Ajaccio and the maquis.

Beaches, surfing, walks, shops, excursions and mild seasons: concrete ideas to plan your days from Ruppione.

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From spring to autumn, find the right outing.

The blog gathers concrete activity ideas: the beach opposite, the surf school, the maquis, Isolella, Ajaccio by sea, nearby shops and excursions around the bay. Outside the peak season, short stays from 3 nights are already enough for a real break in South Corsica.

Aerial view of Ruppione beach

What to do at Ruppione?

Beach, beach bar, maquis, Isolella, Mare e Sole and first ideas for an unhurried stay.

Ruppione beach and surf atmosphere

Ruppione beach and surf school

Why the beach opposite the Villa matters so much for families, sporty guests and the low season.

Reservoir above the old Coti-Chiavari penitentiary

Walk to the reservoir

A walk idea above the old penitentiary, between fresh water, maquis and hills.

Isolella Genoese tower and hikes around Porticcio and Ajaccio

Hikes and excursions around Porticcio and Ajaccio

Genoese towers, waterfalls, the Coscione, Taravo villages and Ajaccio trails: walks to keep in mind from Ruppione.

The customs officers' path between the Sanguinaires and Capo di Feno

The customs officers' path in Ajaccio

An easy coastal hike from La Parata to Capo di Feno, with views of the Sanguinaires.

Bois des Anglais and the ridge path in Ajaccio

Bois des Anglais and the ridge path

A short walk above Ajaccio, between maquis, hills and sea views.

Sea and rocks towards the Sanguinaires islands in Ajaccio

The Sanguinaires islands from the south shore

How to turn Ajaccio and La Parata into a real day out from Ruppione.

The wild beach of Capo di Feno near Ajaccio

Capo di Feno, a wild beach

A more rugged seaside excursion, perfect for lovers of space, wind and sunsets.

GetYourGuide activity or excursion around Ajaccio

Outings around Ajaccio

An excursion idea to compare for your dates: the sea, a guided tour, a sunset or a water activity.

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Cetenaves and the rocks of Isolella near Ruppione

Cetenaves and Isolella

Unusual rocks, a tower, a fitness trail and an easy walk a few minutes from the Villa.

Maquis flowers in spring around Ruppione

The maquis in bloom in spring

April and May: the maquis in bloom, ideal for walks and stays outside summer.

Corte citadel in Corsica

Corte and Pascal Paoli

Citadel, Corsican history and a mountain atmosphere for a memorable day from the south shore.

Lac de Tolla, view of the water and mountains

Lac de Tolla

A panoramic road, fresh water and a cool outing to add to your beach holiday.

Voile de la Mariée waterfall at Bocognano

Voile de la Mariée waterfall

A cool excursion to Bocognano, with a river, a forest and a real waterfall setting.