Gulf of Porto: Calanche of Piana, Gulf of Girolata, Scandola Reserve

Overview

The nature reserve, which is part of the Regional Natural Park of Corsica, occupies the Scandola peninsula, an impressive, porphyritic rock mass. The vegetation is an outstanding example of scrubland. Seagulls, cormorants and sea eagles can be found there. The clear waters, with their islets and inaccessible caves, host a rich marine life.

Selection Criteria

(vii)(viii)(x)

Components(1 location)

• •Gulf of Porto: Calanche of Piana, Gulf of Girolata, Scandola Reserve258

Details

Countries

France

ISO Codes

FR

Area

11,800 ha

Coordinates

42.3252, 8.6288