L'Ostriconi

L'Ostriconi is a river mouth estuary on Corsica's northwest coast where the Ostriconi River meets the Mediterranean Sea. The spot features a distinctive curved sandy beach backed by shallow lagoon areas and dense vegetation. The coastline orientation toward the northwest creates a natural pocket beach environment. The river mouth generates variable currents that can be challenging to navigate. Best conditions occur with northeasterly winds (45°) providing side-shore conditions parallel to the main beach. The spot's low wind reliability (7.3%) and minimal swell (0.82m average) suggest this is primarily a flat-water kitesurfing location suited to beginners seeking protected conditions. The river current requires awareness of water movement, particularly near the mouth opening. Multiple exit points exist along the beach, though the river banks are densely vegetated. Water temperature averages 17.5°C, suitable for summer sessions with minimal thermal protection.