Genoese city par excellence, which some say is the native city of Christopher Columbus, Calvi is a very pretty port and seaside town (what beautiful beaches!), with a very marked and dynamic cultural identity. Today, the current capital of the Balagne region is the third most important tourist city in Corsica and throughout the year, it is animated by a variety of festivals, which a Calvi tourist guide will show you. The Holy Week ceremonies (Lavanda on Thursday, A Granitula on Friday) strongly rooted in the tradition venerated by the Corsicans and appreciated by tourists are very present in Calvi. Walking through the streets of the upper town, you can also see another plaque recalling Napoleon's stay in Calvi in 1793. The lower town is built around the marina, one of the most popular on the island. If the seafront and the quays are crowded in summer, the city is less crowded the rest of the time and is full of historical treasures to discover(citadel, Giubega house, salt tower...). To the south of Calvi in the direction of Porto by the coast you will discover the Revellata peninsula. Classified and preserved, 4 km long, it offers a wide view on Calvi and its bay.
When to go to Calvi ? All year round of course! If the summer is favourable for maritime leisure (beach, swimming, water sports...), it is also the high season. Tourists are therefore very numerous, and accommodations are more expensive. If you have the possibility, opt for the front or back season. The months of May-June and October-November are also very pleasant. It may be a little cooler, but you will have plenty of time to enjoy the city and its surroundings. The water temperature is very mild from April to May. Note: Holy Week (April) is one of the main attractions of the city. It is very interesting and attracts many tourists.
Calvi's climate is, like most of Corsica, Mediterranean. The city benefits from an almost permanent sunshine (more than 300 days of sunshine per year) and an average temperature ranging from 15 °C in winter to 30 °C in summer. In autumn, maximum temperatures are around 26°C in September, 20°C to 22°C in October and 18°C in November. Spring is also pleasant with 19°C in April and over 26°C in June.
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