Bonifacio is a dramatic cliffside port town on Corsica known for its medieval citadel perched above the sea. It serves as the gateway to southern Corsica and the Strait of Bonifacio.

The town is famous for the limestone cliffs dropping 200 feet into the sea, the medieval old town, and the nearby Lavezzi Islands nature reserve. Cruisers come for the stunning views, hiking, and the rugged beauty of southern Corsica.

Cultural offerings include Corsican polyphonic singing at local festivals, signature figatellu sausage and brocciu cheese, and the strong sense of Corsican independence and hospitality. The dramatic cliffside setting and the blend of French and Corsican culture make Bonifacio one of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular ports.

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