Selection of the most beautiful monuments in Haute-corse

Genoese tower
20245 Galéria

The Genoese tower of Galeria, built in the 16th century on the west coast of Corsica, is a round coastal tower built to defend the Fango valley against barbaric raids. Located in Galeria, it dominates the mouth of the river.

Genoese bridge
20251 Altiani

The Genoese bridge of Altiani, classified as a Historic Monument in 1977, spans the Tavignano in Upper Corsica. This medieval bridge, located in a preserved natural setting, bears witness to the Genoese architecture in Corsica.

Genoese bridge
20276 Asco

The Genoese bridge from Ascu to Asco, built in the 15th century in Corsica, is a medieval bridge on the back of a donkey listed as a historical monument, connecting the village with pastures of the Cinto massif by traditional tracks.

Bridge
20218 Morosaglia

The Ponte Leccia bridge, built in Morosaglia, Corsica, is a genoese bridge with donkeybacks from the 17th and 18th centuries, replacing a medieval structure. It crosses the Golo, the strategic axis of the island, and combines historical architecture and central role in Corsican communications.

Baroque Church
20253 Patrimonio

Saint Martin de Patrimonio Church, built in the 17th century in Corsica, is a Baroque jewel classified as a historical monument. Located in Nebbio, it houses major works by Badarocco and Lanfranco, witnesses of Corsican sacred art.

Pisan-style church
20220 Aregno

The church of the Trinity and San Giovanni d'Aregno, a Romanesque jewel of the 11th century, dominates the Corsican village of Aregno in Balagne. Classified as a historical monument, it has unique carved motifs and medieval frescoes.

Convent
20220 Corbara

The Convent of St.Dominique of Corbara, founded in the 15th century, is an important Corsican monastery located on the slopes of Mount St. Angel, in Corbara, Upper Corsica. This historic site, marked by periods of education, internment and religious life, dominates the Balagne and remains a major spiritual retreat site.

Castle
20240 Ventiseri

Covasina Castle, located in Ventiseri, Corsica, is a historical monument whose exact period remains undetermined. It bears witness to the architectural heritage of the region.