Calvi villa holidays, Corsica Holiday rentals - villas & holiday homes to rent in Calvi

Calvi is stunning medieval town on the northwest coast of Corsica. Standing proud on its headland it is a citadel comprising of a magnificent thirteenth century fortress overlooking the marina, which is a remarkable example of architectural and cultural heritage. It is reputedly the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, and statues are found of him around the town and the remains of his house can still be seen today. Its beautiful sweeping bay of white powdery sand is fringed by pine woods and lapped by crystal clear water.

Calvi is thought of as Corsica’s capital of culture and there is an impressive art exhibition which takes place from June to September, as well as it playing host to many music festivals during the summer including Calvi on the Rocks in July and Rencontres de Chants Polyphoniques in September. In the evening the town has a lively atmosphere with an array of quayside cafés which overlook the luxury yacht-filled harbour, and a delightful choice of restaurants and clubs to choose from.

At a glance...
Restaurants 20+
Beautiful beaches
Scuba diving
Watersports
Baot trips
Family friendly
Car recommended
Nearest beach Plage de Calvi (in the town)
Nearest airport Calvi - Sainte-Catherine Airport (4.9 km)
Nearest train station Calvi E Padule Gare

Things to see & do in Calvi

Calvi has something for everyone with its wonderful historic town to explore and stunning coast .

A few suggestions...
Boat ride to Girolata & the Scandola Nature Reserve
Algajola beach
Notre Dame de la Serra
L’Ile Rousse, picturesque town
Au marché de l'Orée des Pins, market
Explore the Citadel of Calvi
view of the citadel in calvia corsica

Our view on Calvi holidays

Calvi is a truly wonderful destination to rent a summer villa with its excellent restaurants, fabulous beaches and lively nightlife which can be enjoyed at the well known chic Chez Tao bar or indulging in an ice cream at Le Glacier, the perfect spot for people watching and delighting in the view of the marina and the mountains beyond.