Parc de Saleccia: A Corsican Botanical Escape
Explore Corsica's natural beauty at Parc de Saleccia: a botanical garden showcasing the island's flora and agricultural history near L'Île-Rousse.
Discover the Parc de Saleccia, a 7-hectare botanical garden near L'Île-Rousse, Corsica. Explore Corsican and Mediterranean flora, stroll through themed gardens, and enjoy activities for all ages in this beautifully landscaped park, a testament to the island's natural beauty and agricultural history.
A brief summary to Parc of Saleccia
- Route de Bastia, L'Île-Rousse, 20220, FR
- +33495368883
- Visit website
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on the park's unpaved trails.
- Visit during the shoulder season (April-June or September-October) for pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
- Check the park's event schedule for workshops, concerts, and other activities.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen, as much of the park is exposed to the sun.
- Allow at least two hours to fully explore the park's themed gardens and attractions.
Getting There
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Walking
From the center of L'Île-Rousse, a scenic walk of approximately 3 km (50 minutes) along the coast will lead you to Parc de Saleccia. Begin at the beach in L'Île-Rousse and head east, following the coastal path. You'll pass the Stella Mare restaurant and continue towards the railway line. Take the dirt path on your left, which runs alongside the railway. The path leads through the Guardiola-Cala d'Olivo residential area; follow the paint markings to stay on course. After crossing the residential area, you'll reach a small cove. Cross the stream and continue along the coastal path, which ascends towards the road before descending to Saleccia cove. From the beach, walk up to the main road, cross it, and you'll find the parking area and entrance to Parc de Saleccia. There are no costs associated with walking.
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Public Transport
From L'Île-Rousse, take the Line 1 bus towards L'Osari. The bus stops at Parc Saleccia. Check the schedule for current times. A single ticket costs approximately €2. From Bastia, take the bus operated by Via Corsica - Réseau de transports de la Collectivité de Corse to Lozari. From Lozari, you can take Line 1 bus to Parc Saleccia.
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Driving
From L'Île-Rousse, drive east on Route de Bastia (T30) for approximately 4 km. The entrance to Parc de Saleccia is located on the right side of the road. Free parking is available on-site. Note that the road leading to Saleccia beach (near the park) has certain restrictions during peak season (end of June to mid-September). During this period, between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM, there is a fee of €5 for motorcycles and €10 for 4-wheel vehicles. These regulations apply at the entrance to the road. Outside of these times, you can enter the road without being checked.
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