Ajaccio, France

Ajaccio (Corsica or Corse, not a Territorial Collectivity) Pop: 50, 000

This is the Capital of Corse and birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. It has beautiful beaches and mild weather.

Attractions in Ajaccio

Maison Bonaparte (now a museum)

The Festival of St Erasmus (in June)

Goat cheese-making

Mountain excursions

Prunelli Gorge to Tolla Lake hike

English Quarter

Beaches

Church of St Roch

Wine from the Sciacarellu variety

French Car Rentals