Corsica (Agriates Desert), France • Mediterranean Sea

Plage de Saleccia

A 1-kilometer pristine white-sand wilderness in Corsica's protected Agriates Desert, with turquoise shallows framed by Aleppo pines and wild dunes.

Plage de Saleccia in Corsica (Agriates Desert), France

Photo: Scata2b (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • Take the Le Popeye boat shuttle from Saint-Florent harbor for the easiest arrival
  • Pine forest backing the dunes provides shade for peaceful picnics
  • Filming location for the 1962 D-Day epic film 'The Longest Day'

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 25.4°C (Peak Air: 29°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 18.2°C · Jun: 22.4°C · Jul: 24.8°C · Aug: 25.4°C · Sep: 23.2°C · Oct: 19.8°C
Best Months May, June, July, August, September, October
Sand & Shoreline Fine White Sand • Shallow & Gentle
Water Clarity Turquoise (Clarity: 4.75/5 • Scenery: 4.65/5)
Daily Cost Guide €40/day (Sunbeds: €0)
Coordinates 42.725°N, 9.2028°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our France Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Swimming Only
Naturist: Textile Only
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: None
Showers: None
Food / Tavernas: Available
Good for Kids: Safe Entry
Lifeguard: Unsupervised
Sunbed Rentals: None
Natural Shade: Present
Wheelchair Accessible: Inaccessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

AJA / FSC · 35m drive

Fly to Figari or Ajaccio and explore the secluded coves by rental car.

Frequently Asked Questions about Plage de Saleccia

What is the water temperature at Plage de Saleccia?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Plage de Saleccia averages 25.4°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Plage de Saleccia?

Plage de Saleccia is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Corsica (Agriates Desert), France.

Is Plage de Saleccia good for families with kids?

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

Are there parking and facilities at Plage de Saleccia?

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

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