Pointe de la Revellata: The Complete Walking Guide

Pointe de la Revellata is a spectacular peninsula in Calvi, Corsica. It’s possible to do a loop walk around the headland, where you’ll see a lighthouse (Phare de la Revellata) and pass a hidden beach (Plage Oscelluccia). Beck and I thoroughly enjoyed this circular coastal walk and highly recommend doing it if you’re visiting Calvi.

In this guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the loop hike around Pointe de la Revellata.

About Pointe de la Revellata, Calvi

Pointe de la Revellata is a peninsula located at the northwest tip of Corsica, west of a coastal town called Calvi. There are walking tracks scattered all across the peninsula. So, there is ample opportunity to explore the beautiful headland on foot.

The most popular walking route on the peninsula is a loop walk that conveniently encircles most of the headland. By doing this circular walk, you’ll visit all the main points of interest on the peninsula. Plus, you’ll access all of its most droolworthy vantage points and lookouts.

Below, we’ll look at some specific details about this well-known circular coastal walk.

FYI – Pointe de la Revellata is also known as Pointe de Revellata, Punta della Revellata and Revellata Peninsula.

Pointe de la Revellata Hike Details

The circular walk around the peninsula is just shy of 10km. Along the undulating route, you’ll gain nearly 350 metres of elevation. The headland is also completely exposed, with no areas of shade. So, the walk is quite physically demanding. Albeit there are no technical sections and trail navigation is relatively straightforward.

For all of these reasons, we’ve rated the walk as moderate difficulty.

• Type: Loop
• Distance: 9.2km
• Time: 3–3.5 hours
• Accumulated elevation gain: 345m
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Trailhead: Google Maps

Pointe de la Revellata Map

It’s reasonably simple to navigate around the peninsula. But there are many walking tracks spread all across it. If you want to stick precisely to the well-known circular walking route, you may want to use this AllTrails map. Beck and I used this map at certain trail intersections to stay on route!

How to Get There

The easiest way to access Pointe de la Revellata is by driving there. As far as we know, there isn’t any regular public transport accessing the peninsula. If you’re staying in Calvi, you could consider a taxi, as it’s only an approx. 5–10 minute drive.

Otherwise, another option from Calvi is walking to the peninsula from the town. If this option tickles your fancy, we recommend using this AllTrails map for guidance.

Personally, Beck and I had hired a car for our 10 day Corsica trip. We didn’t stay in Calvi. As part of our trip, we stayed in Ajaccio, and then on our way to Bastia, we stopped off at Pointe de la Revellata to do this hike.

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Parking

There is a large car park at the base of the peninsula located here. This is where the walk around the peninsula begins.

At the car park, you’ll enjoy far-reaching views of the peninsula. Indeed, some people just park here, soak in the views, snap a picture, and leave without doing the walk.

Our Experience Doing This Hike

Beck and I agree that the Pointe de la Revellata hike is one of our favourite coastal walks in Corsica. Below, we’ll share a little more about our experience doing the walk.

We won’t bore you with a tedious step-by-step trail description. Instead, we’ll briefly highlight the main points of interest along the way and show you some of our best photos en route.

FYI – we did this walk in a clockwise direction.

Hiking Around Pointe de la Revellata

From the car park, a wide paved trail zig-zags down to the peninsula. Along this trail, you’ll immediately enjoy excellent sweeping views of the headland.

You’ll soon walk along tracks at around sea level, where the surrounding hilly terrain somewhat obscures your coastal views.

At around 2.7km, you’ll climb the steepest section of the walk. This paves the way for some of the best western-facing coastal views along the peninsula.

The higher you climb, the better the south-facing views of the surrounding ridges become. During this section of the walk, you’ll enjoy the classic Corsican landscape, a stunning mix of mountains and coast. Once you soak in these views and continue north along the walk, you’ll soon spy a lighthouse at the northern tip of the headland.

Phare de la Revellata

Undoubtedly, Phare de la Revellata (AKA Revellata Lighthouse) is one of the standout attractions during the walk around Pointe de la Revellata. Dating back to the mid-19th Century, the lighthouse continues to aid maritime traffic in the Gulf of Calvi.

Speaking of the Gulf of Calvi, once you explore the lighthouse and commence the return walk southwards, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of this gulf to your left.

Beck and I were blessed with glorious weather, which helped the turquoise waters to sparkle and look as dreamy as possible. With the town of Calvi and the surrounding mountains in the distance, the next attraction you’ll visit on the eastern side of the peninsula is Plage Oscelluccia.

Plage Oscelluccia (Plage de la Revellata)

Plage Oscelluccia (AKA Plage de la Revellata) is a well-concealed yet popular beach on the peninsula. It’s really only a minuscule bay, but it’s a hidden natural gem.

If you’re keen, this would be the perfect place for a dip to cool off. We’ve heard this spot is great for snorkelling.

After passing Plage Oscelluccia, you’ll continue along a stunning, gently winding coastal path. Eventually, you’ll reach another small beach called Plage de l’Alga. On the day we visited, the beach was covered in seaweed, so it perhaps didn’t look quite as spectacular as it usually does.

From this beach, it’s a short walk to complete the loop. You’ll then follow the same wide, winding paved track back to the car park to complete the walk around Pointe de la Revellata.

Corsica Hiking Guides

• Corsica Hikes Guide: The 17 Best Day Hikes in Corsica
• Sentier des Douaniers Cap Corse – The Ultimate Walking Guide
• Sentier des Douaniers Saint-Florent – The Ultimate Walking Guide
• Pointe de la Revellata – The Complete Walking Guide
• Sentier du Facteur Girolata – The Ultimate Hiking Guide
• Sentier du Château Fort Piana – The Complete Walking Guide
• Calanques de Piana Hike via Sentier Muletier (Piana Mule Trail)
• Capo Rosso Hiking Trail – The Ultimate Guide
• Sentier des Crêtes Ajaccio to Monte Salario Walk – Visitor’s Guide
• Sentier des Douaniers Ajaccio – Pointe de la Parata to Petit Capo
• Capu di Muru (Capo di Muro) – The Complete Walking Guide
• Sentier du Littoral de Campomoro – Tour de Campomoro Walk
• Sentier Littoral des Bruzzi (Sentier des Bruzzi) – Visitor’s Guide
• Capo di Feno Bonifacio Walk (Includes Sentier de Fenu)
• Strada Vecia Madonetta – An Excellent Coastal Walk in Bonifacio
• Campu Rumanilu – Bonifacio Cliff Walk (The Ultimate Guide)

Where to Stay Nearby

The nearest place to stay to Pointe de la Revellata is Calvi, which is a lovely coastal town. Below, we’ll look at some of the best accommodation options in Calvi with options to suit all budgets.