- Shelter
- E, SW, S, SE
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Forbidden
Sand-bottomed anchorage on the Balagne coast of Corsica, about 1.5 NM south-west of Île-Rousse.
- Beach
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the north in clear weather, keeping clear of the rocky shore. Sand holding, protection from E, SE, S and SW. Exposed to N and NW swell which funnels along the Balagne coast. Mooring is prohibited over a submarine cable across part of the cove, so check the local signage and the SHOM chart before dropping anchor.
Practical
No facilities on site. Nearest shelter at Île-Rousse 1.5 NM NE or Port Eugène Ceccaldi 3.7 NM SW for fuel, water and provisions.
Ashore
Coastal path along the Balagne shoreline leads towards the beaches of Bodri and Ghjunchitu within 15 minutes on foot. The medieval hilltop village of Sant'Antonino sits 6 km inland.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 42.62854, 8.90579 (42°37.71'N 8°54.35'E)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from east, south-west, south, south-east winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Forbidden
- Services
- Beach
- Boaters' rating
- 4.0/5
- Updated
- October 15, 2026
Getting there
Giunchetu lies at 42°37.71'N 8°54.35'E, that is 42.62854, 8.90579 in decimal degrees.
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Write a reviewFrequently asked questions
Which winds is Giunchetu sheltered from?
Giunchetu is sheltered from east, south-west, south, south-east winds.
Can you anchor at Giunchetu?
No, anchoring is forbidden at Giunchetu.
How do boaters rate Giunchetu?
Giunchetu is rated 4.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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