In recognition of the rare nature of its environment and the way it functions ecologically, Taravo was awarded the “Wild Rivers Site” label in 2017. This is a further step towards preserving and developing this exceptional area, as part of a territorial sustainable development project led by the Collectivité de Corse.
Wild and dynamic, the Taravo has a relatively high flow rate throughout the year, making it ideal for canoeing and kayaking virtually all along its course. It also offers a majestic setting for other leisure activities: hiking, horse riding, cycling, sport fishing, swimming, etc.
Abrà Bridge
One of three Genoese-era bridges built of ashlar, the Abrà bridge spans the Taravo with its hump-backed silhouette, raised barrel arches and narrow carriageway. This jewel of the island’s heritage fits in perfectly with the bucolic setting of this land of water.
Every river has its own history, and the Taravu’s began in a dark forest 600,000 years ago, when a small mountain stream began to carve out the rock that would one day become its valley. And it was 8,000 years ago that its history crossed paths with that of mankind. And so, along the 65 kilometres of the Taravu, the history of Corsica is also written.
Fly and spoon fishing only.
Recommendations
- Use a landing net to catch the fish, and hold the fish in the water with wet hands.
- Never put your fingers in the gills or eyes.
- Hold large fish horizontally.
- When releasing the fish, help it to swim backwards and forwards through the water.
- Respect the infrastructure set up around the courses.
- Show courtesy towards operators, residents and other users.
Corsica’s emblematic macrostigma trout, eleven ZNIEFF and five Natura 2000 sites. (Underwater photos by Yannick Gouguenheim)
