#228 European Rank
Plage de Roccapina
Corsica, France•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Myrabella (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.61/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
24.8°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€60/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Corsica · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
13.9°C
Air 20°C
Feb
13.3°C
Air 21°C
Mar
13.6°C
Air 23°C
Apr
14.7°C
Air 26°C
May
17.2°C
Air 29°C
Jun
20.7°C
Air 32°C
Jul
23.6°C
Air 34°C
Peak
Aug
24.8°C
Air 34°C
Sep
23.1°C
Air 32°C
Oct
20.6°C
Air 29°C
Nov
18.0°C
Air 25°C
Dec
15.4°C
Air 22°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 18 Jun – 10 Oct (>21°C) · 114 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 Roccapina
A remote turquoise cove watched over by the 'Lion of Roccapina', a granite crag weathered into a crouching lion.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Unpaved track off the RT40 highway near Sartène leading to coastal parking area
•Protected Status / Environment: Protected natural site under Conservatoire du Littoral with protected maquis and pink granite dunes
•Notable Feature: Overlooked by the famous natural pink granite 'Lion of Roccapina' rock sculpture and a 17th-century Genoese tower
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
NoFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
YesGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Corsica. Accessible via regional coastal roads (41.478°N, 8.936°E).
•Clear, shallow and calm in the sheltered cove.
•A remote cove below a granite outcrop shaped like a crouching lion.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
AJA / FSC · 35m driveFly to Figari or Ajaccio and explore the secluded coves by rental car.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Plage de Roccapina
What is the water temperature at Plage de Roccapina?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Plage de Roccapina averages 24.8°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Plage de Roccapina?
Plage de Roccapina is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Corsica, France.
Is Plage de Roccapina good for families with kids?
Yes, Plage de Roccapina is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Plage de Roccapina?
Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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