Campomoro is a seaside village with a long sandy beach, nestled in a secluded bay, near the town of Sartene. A visit to Campomoro makes an easy day trip from Ajaccio or Bonifacio.

A good spot to capture panoramic photos of the bay and the village, with the Campomoro tower in the background, is at the top of the hill before descending to the village.

Once you arrive at Campomoro, an easy 10 to 15 minute walk takes you to one of the most unique Genoese watchtowers on the island. Built in 1586, this tower with its surrounding wall resembles a small fortress. The Moors set up a strategic base in this area around the 9th century, after killing and driving away many of the island’s inhabitants; Hence the name, Campomoro (Camp of the Moors).

Visitors can climb up and explore its interior and enjoy panoramic views of the Gulf of Valinco. A coastal walk at the foot of the tower, leads to a trail through the uninhabitted coast south of Campomoro.

Activities
Walkers and day hikers will find in Campomoro plenty of well marked trails with spectacular views of the surrounding areas at each and every turn.

Other sports: Diving, sailing and kayaking.

Getting There

From Ajaccio take N193.
Take N196 in the direction of Propriano, Sartene, Bonifacio and Cauro.
Continue on N196 (Past the the seaside resort of Propriano).
From N196 turn right on D121
Continue driving on D121 for about 14 km to Campomoro.

Distance from Ajaccio: 76km, about 1 hour 25 minutes by car.

Nearby attraction

Rocappina, a famous site visible from the highway, is a giant rock sculpted by nature and shaped like a lion. The Lion of Rocappina is located 20km south of Sarténe, on N196, next to a beautiful secluded beach and a Genoese tower.

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