Citadelle de Calvi
Walled Genoese citadel on a rocky headland, overlooking the harbour and the gulf.
Calvi, France
Calvi: airports, things to do and where to stay
Calvi, in north-west Corsica, is a seaside town crowned by a Genoese citadel above the sea. It has a long sandy beach backed by pine woods and is the starting point for exploring the Balagne.
Calvi airports
From the airport to central Calvi
Calvi-Sainte-Catherine airport is about 5 km from central Calvi.
Taxi
The only option without a car: there is no bus. Rank in front of arrivals; the ride to Calvi takes about 10-15 min.
Calvi
Things to do in Calvi
Plage de Calvi
Long beach of fine sand and shallow water, backed by a pine forest.
Notre-Dame de la Serra
Hilltop chapel above Calvi, with one of the best views over the bay.
Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Baroque church at the heart of the citadel, topped by a dome.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Calvi?
Calvi is served by Calvi-Sainte-Catherine (CLY).
How far is the airport from central Calvi?
Calvi-Sainte-Catherine airport is about 5 km from central Calvi.
How do I get from the airport to central Calvi?
From Calvi-Sainte-Catherine airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Calvi?
Highlights of Calvi include Citadelle de Calvi, Plage de Calvi, Notre-Dame de la Serra, and Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste.
Photo credits
- Citadelle de Calvi: Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Plage de Calvi: dronepicr, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Notre-Dame de la Serra: Davric, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste: Jean-Pol GRANDMONT, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons