What to do in Porto-Vecchio (and nearby) when it rains?
We often picture Corsica as a land of sunshine, where the weather is mild and sunny all year round. Well, fortunately, that isn't always the case. Corsica sometimes rebels and defies the preconceptions we have of it, revealing its true nature: wild and rugged. These summer showers are a blessing for some, while for others they mean a lost day. Don't worry, after the rain comes the good weather!
But in the meantime, what is there to do in Porto-Vecchio when it rains? That is the subject of this article, and you will see that there is no shortage of activities.
Discover the local artisans
You can set off to discover the region's artisans and producers, whose craft riches are the strength of Corsican gastronomy.
In 2013, ODARC launched a map of the Route des Sens Authentiques, which brings together several hundred producers spread across Corsica. This map works as a discovery guide, guaranteeing the quality and diversity of Corsican producers. You can discover and taste many authentic Corsican products such as wine, brocciu, olive oil, honey, chestnut flour, charcuterie, clementines, pomelos, hazelnuts and citrus fruits. Almost all are governed by a quality charter: AOC, IGP or Label Rouge.
Beyond the flavours, these rainy days will also let you meet the island's renowned craftsmen: blacksmiths, jewellers, knife makers, painters, potters, upholsterers, woodworkers and many more.
Explore the cultural heritage
This brief break in the clouds is also an opportunity to take a closer look at Corsican cultural heritage. Corsica is above all a place of historic sites, everywhere you look. You have probably already noticed: remains can be seen all over the island, remarkable sites in some villages, Romanesque chapels, Baroque churches, Genoese towers, fortifications and archaeological sites. History has left its mark absolutely everywhere, even in less accessible places.
So it's the perfect chance to visit these places, best reached directly by car, and marvel at these fabulous spots. Otherwise, Corsica has a large number of museums scattered across the island. We strongly recommend adding them to your to-do list:
- Musée de l'Alta Rocca, Levie
- A Casa di Roccapina, Sartène
- Musée Départemental de Préhistoire, Sartène
- Musée De La Résistance, Zonza
- Musée d'archéologie d'Aleria
- Musée Fesch, Ajaccio
- Musée de la Corse, Corte
Go shopping
If you're a shopping enthusiast, this is the perfect chance to browse the independent boutiques, where you're sure to find some lovely discoveries. While Ajaccio is the best-equipped town for shops and major chains, Porto-Vecchio and Bonifacio hold their own, with a few big names and several boutiques full of charm.
Unwind at the spa
In Porto-Vecchio and its surroundings, there are several wellness centres where you can relax while the shower passes. These centres offer a relaxing and restorative moment:
- Absolu Spa
- Mon Espace
- Massages Bien-être
- L'instant beauté by Johanna at the Résidence
- BeautyZenStudio
Indoor activities
Finally, when the weather turns, the Porto-Vecchio area offers several leisure facilities. Laser tag, bowling, cinema, games arcade, indoor sports (padel, five-a-side football, squash): there's plenty to keep you busy with the family or with friends:
- Alta game: Futsal / Squash / AR / escape game / padel Address: D159, 20137 Porto-Vecchio
- Galaxy Complex: Cinema / Laser tag / Bowling / Mulinacciu play park, 20137 Lecci
Alternatively, you can make the most of a rainy day by relaxing indoors in one of our residences, just a stone's throw from Santa Giulia beach.
