- Maximum length
- 85 m
- VHF channel
- 9
- Maximum draught
- 6 m
Natural fjord harbour at the southern tip of Corsica, cut 1.5 km into limestone cliffs opposite the Strait of Bonifacio.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the south between Capo Pertusato and the Îles Lavezzi, across the Strait of Bonifacio. Entrance invisible until 0.5 NM off due to the cliff backdrop. Inner fjord narrows to 100 m at the goulet. Strong gusts down the cliffs in west and east wind. VHF 9.
Practical
350 berths along the quays of the inner harbour, max draught 6 m at the outer quays. Stern-to mooring on lazy lines. Diesel at the fuel berth on the north side. Water, electricity, showers. Chandlers, restaurants and shops line the quai Comparetti. ATMs and supermarket within 200 m.
Ashore
Haute Ville perched on the cliff, reached by the Montee Rastello or the Porte de Genes, 80 m of climb. Escalier du Roi d'Aragon, 187 steps cut into the cliff down to the sea. Îles Lavezzi nature reserve 6 NM east, granite islets with marked snorkelling zones. Beaches of Piantarella and Sperone to the east by road.
History
Founded in 828 by the Tuscan count Bonifacio, the town was held by Genoa from 1195 to 1768. The citadel resisted a siege by Alfonso V of Aragon in 1420, origin of the cliff-cut Aragon staircase. Corsica was sold to France by Genoa in 1768.
Key facts
- Type
- Harbour
- Coordinates
- 41.38872, 9.16302 (41°23.32'N 9°9.78'E)
- Town
- Bonifacio
- Country
- France
- Maximum draught
- 6 m
- Maximum length
- 85 m
- VHF channel
- 9
- Phone
- +334 95 73 10 07
- Boaters' rating
- 4.0/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Bonifacio lies at 41°23.32'N 9°9.78'E, that is 41.38872, 9.16302 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 9 before entering.
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Write a reviewFrequently asked questions
What boat length does Bonifacio accept?
Bonifacio accepts boats up to 85 m.
Which VHF channel for Bonifacio?
Bonifacio answers on VHF channel 9.
How do boaters rate Bonifacio?
Bonifacio is rated 4.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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