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The city of Bonifacio in Corsica is known for its impressive fortress perched on the limestone cliff, which towers high above the harbor entrance and is a landmark of the city. The medieval town with its picturesque harbor is one of Corsica's most visited attractions and offers fantastic views over the sea.

The view is worth the effort

Beautiful old town. But also quite hot.

Archaeological finds, such as the Lady of Bonifacio, prove that the area was inhabited in prehistoric times. It was officially founded in 828 by the Tuscan Count Bonifacio II. In 1187, the Genoese managed to take the city by ruse, bringing with them their Ligurian language, which is still spoken today. Apart from an interruption in the years from 1553 to 1559 (Sampiero Corso), Bonifacio remained in Genoese hands until 1768. Bonifacio has been under French rule since 1768. In 1793, Napoleon prepared the failed invasion of Sardinia here. During the Second World War, Bonifacio, like all of Corsica, was occupied by German and Italian troops in 1942.

Bonifacio (Corsican Bunifaziu; Ligurian Bunifazziu or Bonifaçio) is a port city on the southern tip of the French Mediterranean island of Corsica (department of Corse-du-Sud) with 3200 inhabitants. It gave its name to the strait of Bonifacio between Corsica and the island of Sardinia, twelve kilometers away.

If the visibility is good you can see Santa Theresa and Capo Testa in Sardinia.

This Roman Catholic church in the middle of Bonifacio is a must-see. It was built in the 12th or 13th century and became a historical monument in the early 1980s. It can easily be overlooked in the narrow streets.

Perfect place on the tour to start your culinary journey.