Cucuruzzu

Historic site Levie, Corsica, France

What to expect

The Castellu di Cucuruzzu is a prehistoric site located in Levie, Corsica, France. It is a complex torréen classique du type 'castellu a torra' and features a large enceinte, a unique entrance, and a terrasse semi-circulaire. The site has been preserved due to its isolated location and has been restored to allow for public visits while ensuring its conservation. The site includes a collection of archaeological material, such as ceramics, lithic tools, and bronze objects, which are now conserved at the musée de l'Alta Rocca in Levie. The Castellu di Cucuruzzu is a great place to visit for families interested in history and archaeology

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Corsica: Excursion to the prehistoric “castle” Cucuruzzu

Corsica: Excursion to the prehistoric “castle” Cucuruzzu
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the bronze age Kastell di Cucuruzzu, exploring the area with the kids. We followed the path, exploring the old walls, chambers and tunnels, accompanied by a booklet with drawings and explanations for the children

Highlights: The kids loved the "climbing castle" and exploring everything. The surroundings were beautiful and exciting. The information folder and the signposts along the way made it easy to discover the hidden gems ✨