Bastia
One of the Genovese towers that pepper the Corsican coast
The second most populous town in Corsica, Bastia is bustling and pretty spot home to picturesque squares, local fishermen and an ancient citadel that dates back to 1380. Hiking is a popular activity along the wild peninsula to the north of Bastia, known as 'le Cap Corse', where you will find many of the historical Genoese towers dotted along the undulating shoreline.
Elba's capital, the historic fortified town of Portoferraio, with the hills of Tuscany in the background
Bastia is the closest Corsican town to the nearby island of Elba, a popular stop on superyacht charters thanks to its multitude of secluded beaches backing onto a lush and mountainous landscape. The island’s largest town is Portoferraio, a historical port that accommodates superyachts up to 65m; here you will find the house that Napoleon Bonaparte occupied during his exile as well as the 16th century Medici fortress.