City Centre

The ambience in L'Ile Rousse immediately captivated me. It's a small, charming coastal town on the northwest of Corsica. I was seduced by its tranquility and joie de vivre. Getting to know its history proved to be interesting. L'Ile Rousse was a small fishing village that was developed by a well-known figure in the area, Pascal Paoli. With the construction of a port, L'Ile Rousse had a new commercial peak, competing with Calvi. Today, the city lives on tourism rather than fishing. And therefore, in addition to the attractive beaches and the island of Pietra, the centre is more than welcoming! Wandering through numerous alleyways is very pleasant, and encouraged, as well as having a drink at the Paoli square shaded by trees or discovering the covered market, with its 21 columns from the 19th century.