Car Rental Calvi Corsica Airport

The French city of Calvi is located on the northwest coast of the island of Corsica, in the foothills of the Corsican mountains. It is the capital of the region of Balagne.

The town has a ferry and a Marina. Along the harbour is a picturesque promenade with many small shops and restaurants, from the terraces there is unobstructed view to the sea. The imposing Citadel of the city is located on a peninsula before Calvi. It explores this medieval fortress best during a walk.

Calvi Veta was built directly on the hillside of Capu di a and consists of a lower and an upper town. In the lower part of the city, the historic town hall and the market place of the city are located next to the port. The old market hall is surrounded by well preserved arcades and one of the most important sights of Calvi.

The Governor's Palace and the medieval fortress are located in the upper part of Calvi. From here there are beautiful views of the Corsican coastline with its rugged cliffs. Calvi is also a six kilometer long sandy beach, which already begins in the city. He falls off flat to the water, and is thus also suitable for families with children.

If you would like to spend more than a beach holiday in Corsica should take the opportunity to rent a car in Calvi. It is worthwhile to explore the unique mountain scenery in the Interior of Corsica and also neighbouring villages of Calvi, such as for example the small town of Ile Rousse, are worth a visit.