#229 European Rank

Plage de l'Ostriconi

Corsica, France•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.61/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

24.5°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€56/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Corsica · NOAA satellite data

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Ideal Swimming

Jan

13.7°C

Air 19°C

Feb

13.2°C

Air 20°C

Mar

13.5°C

Air 22°C

Apr

14.8°C

Air 25°C

May

17.4°C

Air 28°C

Jun

20.8°C

Air 31°C

Jul

23.5°C

Air 33°C

Peak

Aug

24.5°C

Air 33°C

Sep

22.7°C

Air 31°C

Oct

20.4°C

Air 28°C

Nov

17.8°C

Air 24°C

Dec

15.1°C

Air 21°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 17 Jun – 7 Oct (>21°C) · 112 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all France Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.2 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Plage de l'Ostriconi

A wild golden beach where a river winds through dunes into turquoise sea, guarding the edge of Corsica's Agriates desert.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Parking near RN197 / camping followed by a 15-20 min footpath across the river/dune trail

•Protected Status / Environment: Classified Grand Site National and protected by Conservatoire du Littoral at the gateway to the Agriates Desert

•Notable Feature: 800m expanse of white sand, Étang de Foce wetlands, Ostriconi river mouth, and start of the Sentier des Douaniers

Official Tourism Authorities:visit-corsica.com conservatoire-du-littoral.fr

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Yes

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Corsica. Accessible via regional coastal roads (42.653°N, 9.078°E).

•Clear and lively where a river meets the sea.

•A wild dune-and-river beach at the gateway to Corsica's Désert des Agriates.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

AJA / FSC · 35m drive

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plage de l'Ostriconi

What is the water temperature at Plage de l'Ostriconi?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Plage de l'Ostriconi averages 24.5°C (76°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Plage de l'Ostriconi?

Plage de l'Ostriconi is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Corsica, France.

Is Plage de l'Ostriconi good for families with kids?

Plage de l'Ostriconi has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Plage de l'Ostriconi?

Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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