#169 European Rank

Plage de Rondinara

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

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.64/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

25.1°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€63/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Fine White Sand

Shallow & Gentle

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Bonifacio, Corsica · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Warm Bathwater

Jan

13.9°C

Air 20°C

Feb

13.5°C

Air 21°C

Mar

13.8°C

Air 23°C

Apr

14.8°C

Air 26°C

May

17.4°C

Air 29°C

Jun

20.9°C

Air 32°C

Jul

23.9°C

Air 34°C

Peak

Aug

25.1°C

Air 34°C

Sep

23.1°C

Air 32°C

Oct

20.4°C

Air 29°C

Nov

17.6°C

Air 25°C

Dec

15.0°C

Air 22°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 16 Jun – 8 Oct (>21°C) · 114 days

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

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.7 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Plage de Rondinara

A near-perfect circular bay of shallow turquoise water, curved like a scallop shell in Corsica's deep south.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Reached via winding road D158 off RN198 between Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio with dedicated parking.

•Protected Status / Environment: Located within the Bouches de Bonifacio Nature Reserve, preserving dune systems with Phoenician junipers and Posidonia meadows; non-smoking beach.

•Notable Feature: Famous shell-shaped bay with calm turquoise waters sheltered from open-sea waves.

Official Tourism Authorities:visit-corsica.com bonifacio.fr

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Bonifacio, Corsica. Accessible via regional coastal roads (41.472°N, 9.271°E).

•Calm, warm and shallow, family friendly.

•Almost-enclosed shell-shaped bay between Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

AJA / FSC · 35m drive

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plage de Rondinara

What is the water temperature at Plage de Rondinara?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Plage de Rondinara averages 25.1°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Plage de Rondinara?

Plage de Rondinara is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Bonifacio, Corsica, France.

Is Plage de Rondinara good for families with kids?

Yes, Plage de Rondinara is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Plage de Rondinara?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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