Between 1755 and 1769 Corte was known as Pascal Paoli’s capital of the “government of the Corsican nation” and it retains its position at the heart of Corsican history. The Corsican constitution was introduced here, a constitution that was admired by all of Europe of the Enlightenment. An historic town, Corte is also a young and lively city that plays host to more than 4000 students.
Built on a rocky outcrop and overlooked by a citadel, the upper town is full of character with old houses on narrow cobbled streets. Set at the heart of the Regional Nature Park of Corsica, at the foot of some of the island’s highest peaks, Corte is the perfect starting point for many excursions such as energetic hiking trips, leisurely strolls and family walks. It is also the ideal place to practise outdoor sports and at just 40 minutes away from the closest beaches, Central Corsica opens the way to four different regions, each with their own particular identity.