- Shelter
- SE, S, SW, W
- Seabed
- sand, algae, rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Southern arm of the Golfe de Porto Novo on the east coast of southern Corsica, 5 NM south of the Golfe de Porto-Vecchio entrance.
- Beach
- Seagrass
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Mixed bottom of sand, rock and algae patches; drop the anchor on a clear sand patch and dive to check the set. Shelter from S, SW, W and SE, exposed to the N and NE. Keep clear of the shallow rocky plateau extending off the southern headland.
Practical
No services. Porto-Vecchio is 5.6 NM N for all services, fuel and visitor berths. No road access to the cove itself.
Ashore
Undeveloped cove backed by maquis scrubland. Small pebble beach at the head. Coastal path links to the Golfe de Santa Giulia 2 km north.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 41.49787, 9.27785 (41°29.87'N 9°16.67'E)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from south-east, south, south-west, west winds
- Seabed
- sand, algae, rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Services
- Beach, Seagrass
- Boaters' rating
- 4.9/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Porto Novo South lies at 41°29.87'N 9°16.67'E, that is 41.49787, 9.27785 in decimal degrees.
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Write a reviewFrequently asked questions
Which winds is Porto Novo South sheltered from?
Porto Novo South is sheltered from south-east, south, south-west, west winds.
Can you anchor at Porto Novo South?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Porto Novo South.
How do boaters rate Porto Novo South?
Porto Novo South is rated 4.9/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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