Bocca di San Giorghju Col Saint-Georges Motorcycle Route in Corsica

The Bocca di San Giorghju - Strada d'I Bagni road is situated on the island of Corsica, a French island in the Mediterranean Sea known for its rugged terrain and natural parks. This road traverses the region of Corse and passes through several small settlements including Bocca di San Giorghju, Strada di Torgia, U Corsu, Strada di Sartè, Strada d'I Bagni, and Strada di u Fiumiceddu. The route crosses the Parc naturel régional de Corse, a protected regional natural park, and also intersects the Sanctuaire Pelagos marine sanctuary. The road includes the mountain pass Col Saint-Georges, which reaches an elevation of 757 meters (2,484 feet). An interactive map showing the road section can be found at the end of this article.

The road extends approximately 14 kilometers (8.8 miles) and is primarily asphalt surfaced with a surface quality rated at 3.7 out of 5, indicating a generally good but not perfect condition. It is moderately curvy, with a curviness rating of 1.44, offering a mix of gentle and more pronounced bends. The road width is predominantly wide (about 80%), with middle width sections making up 16%, and narrow sections only about 2%. Most of the road (about 75%) consists of two lanes, while a small portion (5%) is single lane. The road passes through inhabited areas for approximately 21.1% of its length, providing some interaction with local settlements.

This route includes the Col Saint-Georges mountain pass, which is the highest point on the road at 757 meters (2,484 feet). The lowest elevation along the road is 172 meters (564 feet). The elevation change and the mountain pass status make this road a notable route for motorcyclists seeking varied terrain and elevation challenges. The maximum speed limits on the road are 90 km/h (56 mph) and 70 km/h (43 mph) depending on the section, reflecting the road's mixed curvature and safety considerations.

The road passes through the Parc naturel régional de Corse, a regional natural park dedicated to preserving Corsica's unique landscapes and biodiversity. More information about the park can be found on the Parc naturel régional de Corse website. Additionally, the route intersects the Sanctuaire Pelagos, a marine sanctuary focused on the protection of cetaceans in the Ligurian Sea. Details about this sanctuary are available on its Wikipedia page. The road's location on the island of Corsica, which covers an area of 9,300.69 square kilometers, offers riders a unique island motorcycling experience.

This article focuses on the Bocca di San Giorghju - Strada d'I Bagni road section as shown on the map below. The road is suitable for motorcyclists looking for a moderately challenging ride through Corsica's natural parks and mountainous terrain. The asphalt surface and two-lane majority make it accessible for most riders, while the elevation and curviness provide engaging riding dynamics. Riders should be aware of the speed limits and the presence of inhabited areas along the route.