Bastia 63130 Mountain Pass Road on Corse Island

The Bastia 63130 road is located on the island of Corse, part of France, in the Mediterranean Sea. The road runs entirely on Corse, an island known for its varied terrain and coastal landscapes. The road starts and ends near the town of Bastia, with the starting point approximately 8 kilometers (5 miles) from Bastia's center and the ending point just over 1 kilometer (0.7 miles) from it. This road traverses a region that includes both inhabited areas and natural landscapes, intersecting with the Ligurian Sea Cetacean Sanctuary, a protected marine area. The road also runs alongside the Fium'Albino river for a short distance. An interactive map showing the road can be found at the end of the article.

The Bastia 63130 road extends for approximately 101 kilometers (62.7 miles) and features an asphalt surface of high quality, rated 4.6 out of 5. The road is predominantly two lanes wide (about 87%), with a small portion consisting of a single lane (around 3%). The width of the road varies, with the majority being wide (about 71%), some sections of middle width (23%), and a few narrow stretches (5%). The road is moderately curvy, with a curviness rating close to 2 on a scale where 3 is extremely curvy. Speed limits vary between 30 and 50 km/h (19 to 31 mph), reflecting the road's mixed urban and mountainous environment. Approximately 34% of the road passes through inhabited areas, including several settlements such as Strada di u Capicorsu, Route du Cap, and Corsu Jean-Marie Padovani.

This road includes two notable mountain passes: Col de la Serra and Col Saint-Nicolas. Col de la Serra reaches an elevation of 361 meters (1,184 feet), while Col Saint-Nicolas is slightly lower at 318 meters (1,043 feet). The overall elevation range of the road spans from near sea level at 2 meters (7 feet) to its highest point at 365 meters (1,198 feet). These passes contribute to the road's moderate curviness and provide riders with varied terrain and elevation changes typical of mountain pass roads.

The Bastia 63130 road passes through the Ligurian Sea Cetacean Sanctuary, known locally as Sanctuaire Pelagos, a marine protected area dedicated to the conservation of cetaceans. The road also runs adjacent to the Fium'Albino river for a short segment. Along the route, there are multiple viewpoints offering riders opportunities to observe the surrounding landscape and coastline. The road's location on Corse island, with its unique blend of mountainous terrain and coastal proximity, makes it a notable route for motorcyclists interested in natural and marine environments.

The road is situated within a national park area and is subject to typical regulations for protected zones. Riders should be aware of local speed limits and road conditions, which are generally good given the high surface quality rating. For more detailed information about the Ligurian Sea Cetacean Sanctuary, visit Ligurian Sea Cetacean Sanctuary. Information about the Fium'Albino river can be found at Fium'Albino. Corse island details are available at Corse. An interactive map of the Bastia 63130 road section is provided below for reference.