SartèneVillage perched on "Pitraghju

Sartène

Visit a typically Corsican town, clinging to its rocky spur “le Pitraghju” overlooking a magnificent valley. Let yourself be seduced by the old town of Sartène, its tall granite houses and its history.

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History and terroir

Historic village

Perched on its rocky outcrop

Sartène, the largest commune in Corsica, is perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Gulf of Valinco and offers breathtaking views all the way to the Aiguilles de Bavella. This town, rich in art and history, offers visitors the chance to discover an authentic, religious and natural heritage of great diversity.

As you explore the narrow, picturesque streets of Sartène’s old town, you can admire its medieval quarter, the Sainte-Marie church, the town hall (former palace of the Genoese governors), and the watchtower, the last vestige of the 15th-century ramparts. The Place de la Libération, lined with cafés, is a popular meeting place for the people of Sarten. For a complete immersion in the town’s history, audio-guides are available from the Sartène Tourist Office.

The most Corsican of Corsican towns!

Prosper Mérimée

Strong traditions

Fontanaccia dolmen

Start your trip to Sartène with an exploration of the origins by visiting the archaeological site of Cauria, where menhirs and dolmen bear witness to prehistoric human occupation. The Sartène Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology completes this discovery with an exhibition of ancient objects.

Sartène is also rich in traditions. At Easter, don’t miss the famous “Catenacciu” procession, which retraces Christ’s ascent to Mount Golgotha, attracting pilgrims from all over Corsica. For a more festive atmosphere, take part in the Corsican carnival in April, marking the start of a season of festivities with Corsican songs, entertainment.

Stroll through the narrow streets

An authentic Corsican village!

A town with a rich historical past and an important cultural heritage, Sartène is packed with little nooks and crannies hidden away in its picturesque alleyways. It’s a good reason to linger over its architecture, monuments, square and treasures! You’ll see that it’s not for nothing that Prosper Mérimée nicknamed it “the most Corsican of Corsican towns”.

Dive into Sartène

Roccapina

Sacred land of the Sartenais

Sartène is also agricultural land. So you’ll be invited to a whole host of taste experiences. Your tasting will start with wines from the Saparale, San micheli, Castellu di Baricci, Pero Longo estates… Then we suggest you discover food and wine pairings during an oenological tour. Ask at our offices in Sartène and Propriano.

And finally if you dream of relaxing on a beach of white sand and turquoise water, Roccapina is for you. The pride of the Sartenais.