How to Plan an Eco-Friendly Holiday at Riva Bella
Looking for a low-impact escape that doesn’t compromise on comfort or beauty? Plan your eco-friendly holiday at Riva Bella, a 4-star naturist resort set on 170 acres of unspoiled Corsican coastline. With the European Ecolabel, solar and geothermal energy in use, natural water treatment, and on-site eco conveniences like complimentary dishwashers and EV charging, Riva Bella makes it easy to align your stay with sustainable values—without sacrificing the magic of a seaside getaway.
In this guide, you’ll learn why Riva Bella is a standout for responsible travel, the best time to visit, how to choose eco-conscious accommodation, and practical ways to reduce your footprint while enjoying everything from the free beach sauna to the seawater spa.
Why Riva Bella is ideal for an eco-friendly holiday
Riva Bella combines nature-first infrastructure with guest-friendly services to support a genuinely greener stay.
- European Ecolabel: Recognition of the resort’s commitment to sustainable tourism practices.
- Renewable energy: Use of solar energy and geothermal energy.
- Natural water stewardship: On-site natural water treatment.
- Eco-friendly operations: Selective sorting, choice of local products, and eco-construction approaches.
- Unspoiled setting: A vast coastal site halfway between Porto-Vecchio and Bastia, where pitches are naturally marked out among pines, maquis and junipers.
Beyond infrastructure, the resort integrates ecotourism into daily life:
- The flavour garden lets you pick aromatic herbs (parsley, basil, mint, thyme, nepita, oregano, celery, sage, verbena) for your meals—fresh taste, less packaging.
- An animal park with llamas, donkeys and pigs delights families—and welcomes your vegetable waste and peelings as treats.
Plan your travel and timing
- Open all year round: Accommodation and campsite access are available 7/7 all year.
- Naturist season: Naturism is practiced across the resort from 1 April to 5 November (on the beach it is mandatory; see Dress Code below).
- Winter services: From 12 November to 30 March, the Thalasso and Restaurant are open Friday to Monday.
Eco-minded travel tips:
- Consider a ferry crossing to Corsica. Riva Bella has a partnership with CORSICA LINEA offering a discount on sea crossings with promo code HEBCDRB.
- Travel light and choose direct routes when possible to reduce overall impact.
- Opt for longer stays (slow travel) to make the most of your journey; see Special Offers below for extended-stay savings.
Choose eco-friendly accommodation and setup
Whether you prefer the simplicity of a pitch or the comfort of a rental, you can tailor your stay to your green goals.
Pitches for a lighter footprint
- Naturally marked-out pitches nestled among native vegetation, on the beach or in the wilderness.
- Complimentary eco-friendly dishwashers with a 5-minute cycle help you save time and resources.
- Free HD WiFi from all locations and bungalows—ideal for remote work or longer slow-travel stays.
- On site: fast-charging electricity points for electric cars and a carwash with hoover.
- Friendly support: Carlo, the site manager, can help you find a pitch that suits you.
- Family bonus: Stay is free for children under 3.
Rentals and families
- Families can embrace green and eco-friendly activities in a respectful atmosphere.
- Kids love the animal park and the hands-on nature of the flavour garden.
On-site green practices to adopt
Riva Bella’s gentle rules and services make low-impact living straightforward during your stay.
Naturism etiquette and Dress Code
- Naturism is mandatory on the beach and left to personal choice inside the camping.
- It is not imposed on children or adolescents.
- Please arrive clothed at the restaurant and the grocery shop.
Waste and resource habits
- Use selective sorting points to keep recyclables out of landfill.
- Bring your vegetable waste to the animal park as a responsible treat.
- Cook with picked herbs from the flavour garden to reduce plastic and food waste.
- Rely on the eco-friendly dishwashers for quick, efficient clean-ups.
Wellness, the eco-conscious way
- Unwind in the free sauna on the beach—open all year round, from 4 pm to 8 pm, every day. Bring your towel for hygiene; benches outside face the sea while you wait.
- Visit the Seawater Spa & Thalasso for massages and beauty care, including Corsican essential oils. In winter, note the Friday–Monday opening rhythm.
- Enjoy free sports sessions with the resort’s coach (Jérôme)—from pilates to sea fitness and walks. In July and August, join the free Yoga class with Edith.
Quick-reference: Eco features at Riva Bella
| Feature | What to know |
|---|---|
| European Ecolabel | Recognises eco-responsible practices |
| Solar & geothermal energy | On-site renewable energy use |
| Natural water treatment | Protects local environments |
| Selective sorting | Sort your waste responsibly |
| Local products & eco-construction | Lower-impact sourcing and builds |
| Flavour garden | Pick herbs for meals, reduce packaging |
| Animal park | Llamas, donkeys, pigs; bring veggie scraps |
| Free eco dishwashers | 5-minute cycle in sanitary blocks |
| EV fast-charging | On-site charging points + carwash with hoover |
| Free beach sauna | Daily, 4 pm–8 pm; bring your towel |
| Free HD WiFi | Available from all locations and bungalows |
Special offers that encourage slow travel
Stretch your holiday and shrink your footprint with longer stays and family-friendly options.
- Discounts on accommodation and camping (from 01/01 to 04/07 and 29/08 to 31/12):
- 15% from 10 to 16 consecutive nights
- 20% from 17 to 34 consecutive nights
- 30% for more than 34 consecutive nights
- Free for children under 3 all year round.
- Free for children under 7 from 01/04 to 04/07 and 29/08 to 05/11 for stays of 7 consecutive nights.
- Accommodation: From 4 to 9 consecutive nights, 1 night free from 01/01 to 20/05 and 25/09 to 31/12.
- Winter sun, long stay: -50% for more than 60 consecutive nights from 15/10 to 15/04.
- Camping: From 7 to 9 consecutive nights, 1 night free from 01/01 to 20/05 and 25/09 to 31/12.
- Big Family Offer: -10% for 2 adults + 3 children or more, for a minimum of 7 consecutive nights, all year round.
A simple 3-day low-impact plan
Use this as inspiration and adapt to your rhythm and season.
- Day 1: Arrive, settle into your pitch or rental. Stock up at the grocery shop and pick herbs from the flavour garden. Sunset sauna on the beach (bring a towel).
- Day 2: Morning fitness or stretching with Jérôme. Explore the Pond Trail at an easy pace. Afternoon Seawater Spa & Thalasso session (Friday–Monday in winter). Dine simply with local produce.
- Day 3: Visit the animal park with veggie peelings in hand. Enjoy a naturist beach walk. Use the eco dishwasher and sort your waste before departure.
FAQs: quick answers for eco planners
Is Riva Bella open all year?
Yes. Accommodation and the campsite are open 7/7 all year. Naturism across the resort runs 1 April to 5 November. From 12 November to 30 March, the Thalasso and Restaurant open Friday–Monday.
Does Riva Bella have EV charging?
Yes. There are fast-charging electricity points for electric cars and a carwash with hoover on site.
What eco labels or actions are in place?
Riva Bella has the European Ecolabel and uses solar and geothermal energy, natural water treatment, selective sorting, local products, and eco-construction practices.
Is there a free sauna?
Yes. The free sauna on the beach is open all year, from 4 pm to 8 pm daily. Bring your towel. Benches outside face the sea while you wait.
Are there eco amenities for campers?
Yes. Free eco-friendly dishwashers with a 5-minute cycle are available, and Free HD WiFi covers locations and bungalows.
Is Riva Bella good for families?
Yes. Families enjoy the animal park and green activities. Children under 3 stay free all year. Children under 7 stay free in specific periods for 7 consecutive nights (01/04–04/07 and 29/08–05/11).
Practical takeaways and tips
- Pack reusable essentials: water bottle, shopping bag, containers, and a towel for the sauna.
- Cook with herbs from the flavour garden and shop local products to reduce packaging.
- Sort waste and bring vegetable peelings to the animal park.
- Use the eco dishwashers to save time and resources.
- Time your spa visit: in winter, the Thalasso and Restaurant run Friday–Monday.
- For naturism comfort, follow the Dress Code: naturist on the beach; clothing required at the restaurant and grocery.
- Consider a longer stay to lower travel frequency—check Special Offers.
- If driving electric, plan to use the fast-charging points on site.
Conclusion
An eco-friendly holiday at Riva Bella blends the freedom of naturism with tangible sustainability—renewable energy, natural water treatment, selective sorting, a flavour garden, EV charging, and thoughtful amenities like the free beach sauna and eco dishwashers. With year-round opening, rich nature, and family-friendly activities, it’s easy to relax responsibly.
Ready to plan? Book your eco-friendly holiday at Riva Bella and explore sections like Ecotourism, Pitches, Seawater Spa, Free sauna on the beach, Family Holidays, Dress code, Special Offers, and Travel information.
- Reserve now: https://www.naturisme-rivabella.com/en/reservation?ml=1
- Questions or assistance: +33 (0)4 95 38 81 10 / +33 (0)4 95 38 86 06 / rivabella.corsica@gmail.com