Pinarello Beach

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Small-scale Mediterranean beach life still exists in Corsica, as Pinarello Beach proves. It's a picturesque long stretch (1.2km) of soft white sand backed by dramatic mountains and overlooked by a Genoese watchtower.

Located in the seaside hemlet of Pinarello, this is a popular family-friendly beach destination, with plenty of opportunities for refreshments and water sports. Perfect for those sporty types or just lay out a towel and sit back and relax if that's more your thing.

We certainly wish we could be there.