Lotu Beach and Saleccia Beach loop

(S/E) From Lotu Beach, a white sandy beach accessible only by boat, take the path along the coast.

(1) Before arriving at Marina di Peraldu, there is a snack bar on the left where you can stop for refreshments. Continue along the coast, pass Punta di l'Acqua and reach Punta di Curza, which marks the northernmost point of the hike.

(2) Continue along the path, passing two other minor headlands, until you reach Saleccia beach, where a second snack bar is located slightly inland.

(3) Walk along this long beach until you reach the end.

(4) Turn back about 200 metres, then take the path on the right that runs alongside the Padudella Marsh, then enters the pine forest and joins a wider track.

(5) Cross it and continue straight ahead. Pass the first ruins of dwellings and continue to the next ones.

(6) Turn left, quickly joining another path which you should also follow to the left. Ignore a path on the right and continue to a crossroads at the ruins.

(7) Turn left and follow the path towards the sea. You will reach an open space where several paths intersect.

(8) Continue straight ahead towards Lotu Beach and return to the start of the loop (S/E).

Return trip from Saint Florent to Lotu Beach for €20. Two snack bars along the beaches.

The outward journey via the beach is longer but more pleasant, while the return journey is more direct. The route can of course be travelled in the opposite direction.

On the inland route, there are a few remains of old houses.