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Corsica by camper: a new way to discover the island gains popularity

25.07.2026 09:10 1 min 1 source
corsematin.com FRA
Corsica by camper: a new way to discover the island gains popularity
Original source: corsematin.com

The van life phenomenon, boosted by the COVID-19 pandemic, has increased the number of camper travelers in Corsica. In some campsites, they now account for up to 75% of guests, replacing tents and motorhomes. However, freedom is limited by a ban on wild camping, and most travelers stay in campsites.

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