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Surf spot guide Β· Corsica, France
A sheltered sandy beachbreak in southern Corsica's Baie di Figari, best on NE winds with SW to NW swell.
Figari is a sheltered sandy beachbreak tucked inside the Baie di Figari on Corsica's southern tip. The bay's east side holds a mix of sand and rocks where small, crumbly peaks form on SW to NW swells, though the wave quality is generally soft and inconsistent - fun sections appear on the right day rather than as a reliable surf destination. NE wind blows offshore here, making it the most workable window, but the bay is primarily a playground for kitesurfers and windsurfers, and flat summer days dominate the calendar. Waves break across all tides in the 0.6-2.4m range with a medium pace and slopey, well-covered character - nothing remarkable, but serviceable for intermediate surfers wanting an uncrowded paddle. Further north at Portigliolo, another stretch of beach can produce a few fun corners when a solid W swell pushes in, even if conditions remain messy. Entry is straightforward directly off the beach. Jellyfish and sea lice are present seasonally and worth checking before paddling. Crowds are occasional rather than dense, a fair reflection of the spot's modest wave quality.
Baie di Figari's sand peaks crumble soft on NE wind days, uncrowded and intermediate-friendly.
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Crowds are light to moderate and rarely an issue given the bay's inconsistent wave quality. Most activity comes from kite and windsurfers rather than surfers, so the lineup stays relatively uncongested.
Casual windswept bay
NE wind is the key offshore direction - prioritise sessions when a NE wind window aligns with SW or W swell
Portigliolo, a short drive north, can produce cleaner corners on a solid W swell and is worth checking on the same trip
Jellyfish and sea lice are seasonal - check local conditions before entering
Rocks are present among the sand on the east side of the bay, so walk the beach to identify the clearest entry before paddling out
Free car parking is available at the bay.
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Free car park and roadside parking available at the bay. Beach entry directly off the sand. No special access requirements.
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