10 The Strait Of Bonifacio

In front of us we can see three islands: Budelli, Razzoli and Santa Maria. To the right is the island of La Maddalena. In the distance, towards the left, you can also make out the coast of Corsica, which is French territory. The stretch of sea we are about to cross is known as the Strait of Bonifacio. This name derives from the French town of Bonifacio, which in turn was named after Marquis Bonifacio II of Tuscany, a nobleman of Bavarian origin who was prefect of Corsica in the 8th century. In about ten minutes we will arrive in front of the island of Budelli, where we will make a short photo stop to show you the famous Spiaggia Rosa, the Pink Beach.