Anchorage

Cappicciolu di Volpi

5.0FranceCorsica
Shelter
NW, N, NE, W, E
Seabed
sand, rock
Anchoring
Allowed

Anchorage on the south side of the Gulf of Sant'Amanza, southern Corsica, 5.8 NM NE of Bonifacio.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Approach from the Bouches de Bonifacio, entering the Gulf of Sant'Amanza from the east. Mixed bottom of sand and rock; pick sand patches to drop the anchor and check the set by snorkelling. Shelter from NW, N, NE, W and E; exposed to S and SE winds, including the libeccio running through the strait.

Practical

No services on site. Nearest water, fuel and berths at Sant'Amanza mooring field 3.3 NM SW, and at the port of Bonifacio 5.8 NM SW.

Ashore

South coast of the gulf is part of the Bouches de Bonifacio nature reserve, the largest marine reserve in metropolitan France. Coastal path links Cala di Volpi to the Punta di Sprono headland.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
41.45545, 9.25606 (41°27.33'N 9°15.36'E)
Country
France
Shelter
Sheltered from north-west, north, north-east, west, east winds
Seabed
sand, rock
Anchoring
Allowed
Boaters' rating
5.0/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Cappicciolu di Volpi lies at 41°27.33'N 9°15.36'E, that is 41.45545, 9.25606 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Cappicciolu di Volpi sheltered from?

Cappicciolu di Volpi is sheltered from north-west, north, north-east, west, east winds.

Can you anchor at Cappicciolu di Volpi?

Yes, anchoring is allowed at Cappicciolu di Volpi.

How do boaters rate Cappicciolu di Volpi?

Cappicciolu di Volpi is rated 5.0/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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