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At the foot of the Citadel
- At the foot of the Citadel, dominated by the bell tower of the church of Saint Jean-Baptiste, the Old Port of Bastia reflects the old Tuscan-style buildings arranged in an amphitheatre around the cove.
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Behind its 15th-century Genoese breakwater, Bastia ‘s old port has retained all the authenticity of its Mediterranean charm. Along the quays, houses with colourful facades polished by the sea breeze huddle together, overlooking the terraces of restaurants and cafés.
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Behind its 15th century Genoese mole, the Old Port of Bastia...
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Bastia old harbour. There are two ports in Bastia - the original traditional one, and the more recent port where Corsica Ferries arrive with passengers from Italy and France (Nice is the most common departure point from mainland France to reach Bastia).
Behind its 15th century Genoese mole, the Old Port of Bastia has retained all the authenticity of its Mediterranean charm. Along the quays, the houses with their colourful facades polished by the wind from the sea are huddled together, overlooking the terraces of restaurants and cafés.
- Stroll through the citadel district. Why visit the citadel district? The citadel district is a must-see in Bastia! This is where you’ll find the fortifications built by the Genoese in the 14th century.
- Visit Sainte-Marie Cathedral. Why visit Sainte-Marie Cathedral? Located in the heart of the citadel district, Sainte-Marie Cathedral dates back to the 17th century.
- Visit the Palace of the Governors. Why visit the Palais des Gouverneurs? You won’t want to miss the Palais des Gouverneurs! We were stunned by its facade, which unfurls masterfully across the Place du Donjon.
- Stroll through the Romieu garden. Why stroll through the Romieu garden? The Romieu garden was created in the 19th century, making it Bastia’s first public garden.
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- St. Nicolas Square. Let’s start this Bastia travel guide with its most emblematic location: Saint-Nicolas Square. This vast esplanade, one of France’s largest, is facing the ferry terminal welcoming the boats from the continent or Italy.
- Napoleon Street. Napoleon Street is a pedestrian street located next to Saint-Nicolas Square, in Terra Vecchia, Bastia’s oldest district. During your visit, you will discover several craft shops, as well as many souvenir shops selling products from all over Corsica.
- The Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste. The Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste is located close to the market square. This church is clearly among Bastia’s must-see religious buildings!
- The Old Port. During your stay in Bastia, you should definitely take a stroll around the Old Port, in the heart of the old town. With its many bars and restaurants, it’s the perfect place if you want to enjoy a nice view of the boats while having a meal or a drink on a terrace.
Bastia’s Vieux Port is ringed by precariously tall, pastel-coloured tenements and buzzy brasseries, and overlooked by the twin-towered Église St-Jean Baptiste.
LE VIEUX PORT DE BASTIA. Historic site and monument : Harbour. Rue de la Marine, 20200. Presentation. Au pied de la Citadelle, dominé par le clocher de l’église saint Jean-Baptiste, il reflète sur son plan d’eau les vieux immeubles de style toscan qui s’ordonnent en amphithéâtre autour de l’anse.
