- Shelter
- NW, N, W
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Anchorage on the northern side of the Rondinara bay in southern Corsica, sand bottom, sheltered from NW through W.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from the east between Punta di Rondinara and the Île de Rondinara, watching for the rocks that extend from both headlands. Drop in 3 to 6 metres on white sand. Open to the south and SE, leave for Sant'Amanza or Bonifacio when a libeccio rotates to sirocco.
Practical
No services at the anchorage. Sant'Amanza is 3.7 NM SW and Bonifacio 6.2 NM SW for fuel, water and provisioning. Small summer snack bar on the beach.
Ashore
The shell-shaped bay of Rondinara is listed at the Conservatoire du littoral and is one of the most protected beaches on the south Corsican coast. Short walk across the isthmus to the southern side of the bay.
Story
The bay has featured repeatedly in French television rankings of the country's finest beaches.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 41.46164, 9.26012 (41°27.70'N 9°15.61'E)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north-west, north, west winds
- Seabed
- sand
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Boaters' rating
- 4.7/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
North Rondinara lies at 41°27.70'N 9°15.61'E, that is 41.46164, 9.26012 in decimal degrees.
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Which winds is North Rondinara sheltered from?
North Rondinara is sheltered from north-west, north, west winds.
Can you anchor at North Rondinara?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at North Rondinara.
How do boaters rate North Rondinara?
North Rondinara is rated 4.7/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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