Torra d'Orchinu, Cargèse

Name: Torra d'Orchinu
Address: Cargèse, France

#3 among attractions in Cargèse

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The Tower of Orchinu is a ruined Genoese tower located in the commune of Cargèse on the Corsica. It sits at an elevation of 172 metres on the Punta d'Orchinu headland. ()

Built: 1605 (420 years ago)Coordinates: 42°10'32"N, 8°34'36"E

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Cargèse France

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Torra d'Orchinu – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Torra d'Omigna, Torra di Turghju, Tour de Cargèse, Église Grecque.

2.2 miS
Ruins, Scenic drives, Tower
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4.2 miN
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Tower
Tour de Cargèse, Cargèse
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3 miS
42°8'1"N • 8°35'42"E
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Locality
Piana
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Torra d'Orchinu, Cargèse

Facts and practical information

Cargèse plan & book

Torra d'Orchinu – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Torra d'Omigna, Cargèse

Torra di Turghju

Tour de Cargèse, Cargèse

Église Grecque, Cargèse

Piana