Frequently Asked Questions

Riva Bella is a naturist camping and spa resort in Corsica that combines beachfront accommodation, thalassotherapy, and eco-tourism experiences on one site.

Yes. Riva Bella is indicated as "open all year" on its official website.

The resort is on the east coast of Corsica; its official contact prefix is +33 (France) and it is promoted by local tourist offices such as Oriente.

You can call +33 4 95 38 81 10 or +33 4 95 38 86 06, or email rivabella.corsica@gmail.com.

Riva Bella offers village-style rentals, classic camping rentals, and standard camping pitches for tents, caravans, or motorhomes.

Villa Paradisu provides 50 m² of space with 1 bedroom and sleeps 2–4 guests; Wi-Fi is included.

Lodge Costa Verde sleeps 2–7 guests in 3 bedrooms and covers 26 m²; Wi-Fi is included.

The Bungalow Sabbia is listed as “NEW” and offers 30 m² with 2 bedrooms for 3–5 people, Wi-Fi included.

Yes. All listed rentals such as Villa Paradisu, Bungalow Alba, and Mobil-home Alalia Family specify Wi-Fi included.

Yes. The resort offers Standard pitches, Tent pitches, Caravan pitches, and Camping-car pitches.

Yes. The onsite thalasso centre offers massages, aesthetic treatments, essential-oil care, hammam, sauna, and cures lasting 2–6 days.

Yes. A free sauna is specifically listed among the resort’s services.

Guests have access to an onsite restaurant, a bar, and a grocery store located directly in the resort.

Yes. Dedicated children’s activities are listed among the resort’s services, alongside creative workshops.

The resort provides a fitness programme and various sports activities; details are accessible through its Cool’n Camp app.

Yes. Group stays are explicitly mentioned as one of the resort’s service options.

Yes. The campsite is on flat terrain and offers four accommodations adapted for people with reduced mobility.

Riva Bella highlights eco-gestures, holds an Ecolabel, and maintains a llama farm that naturally aerates and fertilises the soil.

About ten hectares host llamas introduced in 1989; guests can observe them on nature walks, and the animals help maintain the grounds and supply wool for bungalow insulation.

The website provides sections such as ‘Naturism: little etiquette manual’, ‘Naturism regulations’, and videos like ‘First naturist experience’ and ‘10 good reasons to try naturism’.

Yes. Riva Bella is described as a family camping village and offers services and activities tailored for all ages.

Yes. A ‘PROMO Last Minute’ section is listed under the thalasso offers.

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Yes. Suggested outings include the villages of Cervione, Tallone, Moita, and Porto Vecchio, freshwater spots like U Mulinu and the Ucelluline waterfall, and guided visits to local producers.

Yes. The FAQ explicitly recommends scheduling guided visits to meet regional producers during your stay.

The FAQ notes that four dedicated accommodations are available.

A ‘Dress code’ section indicates that specific naturist attire guidelines apply; detailed rules are provided on the website.

The resort uses the Cool’n Camp application to share programmes and practical information with guests.

Yes. The site provides downloadable brochures, including a dedicated thalasso care brochure.

The restaurant proposes three meal plans: breakfast at €12, half-board at €45, and full board at €75.

The 500 m² Thalasso centre operates as naturist from 1 April to 1 November and is open to everyone by reservation. Outside that period it opens on long weekends from Friday to Monday, with an annual closure from 17 December 2024 to 30 January 2025.

Staff members speak German, English, French, and Italian.

Riva Bella has been awarded the European Ecolabel for its environmentally responsible practices.

Yes. The estate includes a ten-hectare llama park that guests may explore on nature walks, giving them the opportunity to watch the llamas that naturally maintain the grounds and supply wool for bungalow insulation.

The resort offers 199 camping pitches and 90 village-style rental lodgings, all classified as 4-star.

Yes. A dedicated coach/bus parking area is available on site.

Riva Bella lists the use of solar energy panels, geothermal systems, and onsite water-treatment facilities as part of its environmental practices.

Riva Bella runs a supervised programme that includes longe-côte (sea-wading), Pilates, HIIT and general fitness sessions. These activities take place every day from April to October (bank holidays included) and from Friday to Monday during the rest of the year.

Yes. The wellness area features a 32 °C marine circuit—a heated seawater pool designed for relaxation and therapeutic use.

Yes. Guests are encouraged to take horseback rides to nearby villages such as Cervione, Tallone, and Moita as part of the resort’s recommended outings.

The FAQ points visitors to two nearby freshwater sites: U Mulinu and the Ucelluline waterfall, both suitable for a refreshing swim during their stay.

No. Although the 500 m² Thalasso centre operates as a naturist facility from 1 April to 1 November, guests may keep their swimwear on; nudity is not mandatory for any treatment or for using the seawater pool.

Riva Bella has been part of the France 4 Naturisme group since 1989, reflecting more than three decades of involvement in eco-responsible naturist tourism.

The Mobil-home Alalia Family and the Mobil-home Alalia Sea each contain three bedrooms and are designed for 3–6 occupants.

Yes. The Thalasso area includes an onsite hair salon where guests can book hair-care services.

Riva Bella features an Étang (pond) walking trail and an outdoor fitness trail (parcours de santé) that wind through the property’s coastal and lagoon landscapes.

Yes. Tennis courts are specifically listed among the on-site sports facilities that guests may use during their stay.

Yes. The Thalasso & Spa highlights treatments prepared with ointments made from the Corsican maquis, showcasing the island’s native plants and aromas.

Yes. The estate notes that water sports are available on its beachfront, allowing guests to enjoy nautical activities during their holiday.

Visitor information lists 18 marked hiking trails nearby, including routes such as Antisanti–Purizzone and Terrenzana–Tallone that span landscapes from sea to mountain.

The wellness facility covers 500 m², providing space for the marine circuit, treatment rooms, hammam, sauna and relaxation areas.

Bungalow Alba is a 25 m² rental with one bedroom that sleeps two guests; complimentary Wi-Fi is provided.

Villa Onda measures 45 m², contains one bedroom and accommodates 2–4 people; Wi-Fi is included.

Riva Bella holds a 4-star classification: both its 199 camping pitches and its 90 village-style rental lodgings are rated 4-star.

Yes. The Thalasso & Spa information specifies "Prestation enfants: Oui", confirming that services for children are available within the wellness centre.

The resort’s postal address is Route de Riva Bella, Linguizzetta, Corsica, France.

Yes. The Thalasso & Spa area includes a hammam that guests may use alongside the marine circuit, sauna, and treatment rooms.

Yes. The resort is beachfront on Corsica’s east coast, giving guests immediate access to the sea and on-site water-sports activities.

Guests may access the site from 7 a.m. on the day of arrival and may remain on the estate until the end of the day on departure, offering flexible check-in and check-out times.

Yes. Free high-definition Wi-Fi coverage extends to all pitches and bungalows throughout the resort.

Yes. Riva Bella is equipped with fast-charging electricity points dedicated to electric vehicles.

Yes. The sanitary facilities include free eco-friendly dishwashers that complete a cycle in five minutes.

Yes. Through a partnership with CORSICA LINEA, guests receive a discount on sea crossings by using the promotional code HEBCDRB.

Naturism is observed across the campsite, rentals, beach and natural areas from 1 April to 5 November each year.

The resort covers about 170 acres of unspoiled beachfront nature between Porto-Vecchio and Bastia.

Yes. The "flavour garden" lets guests freely harvest aromatic herbs such as parsley, basil, mint, thyme and oregano for cooking.

Yes. Complimentary yoga sessions with instructor Edith are offered in July and August.

Discounts include 15 % off stays of 10–16 nights, 20 % off 17–34 nights and 30 % off more than 34 nights; a winter-sun offer grants 50 % off stays over 60 nights between 15 October and 15 April, and a 10 % "Big Family" reduction applies to bookings of two adults with three or more children for at least seven nights.

Yes. The campsite features an on-site carwash equipped with a vacuum cleaner for guest use.

The resort is roughly halfway between Bastia and Porto-Vecchio; driving time from either town is under 1 hour 30 minutes.

In addition to its llamas, the park is home to donkeys and pigs that guests may observe and feed with suitable vegetable peelings.

Yes. The campsite provides information and assistance for booking car rentals and taxi transfers to and from the resort.

Yes. The 500 m² Thalasso centre is open to everyone by reservation, so guests must book their treatments in advance.

Guests can enrol in fee-based activities such as archery sessions, pottery courses and watercolour classes, in addition to the free sports programme.

Both caravan and motor-home pitches measure approximately 100 m² and accommodate up to six people.

Yes. Pets are welcome in the resort’s accommodation areas; they must be kept on a lead at all times.

Yes. Every naturist accommodation is supplied with two free sun loungers and a parasol (deposit required), except the Back Banana Filetta, which does not include loungers.

No. Camping stays are free of charge for children under three years old.

Yes. Riva Bella allows arrivals and departures every day of the week and accepts overnight or short-stay bookings as well as weekly rentals.

From 12 November to 30 March, the restaurant opens on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Yes. Children under seven stay free of charge for bookings of seven consecutive nights between 1 April–4 July and 29 August–5 November.

The beachfront restaurant offers authentic Corsican terroir cuisine, showcasing local specialties and regional ingredients.

Yes. Riva Bella states that its eco-designed lodgings prioritise natural materials, use renewable energies and apply careful resource management throughout their construction and operation.

Yes. Guests may observe and feed the llamas, donkeys and pigs using suitable vegetable peelings provided or approved by the resort staff.

Yes. The 500 m² Thalasso centre is "open to everyone by reservation," meaning day visitors who are not staying overnight at the resort may book treatments and use the wellness facilities.

Yes. The treatment list for the 500 m² Thalasso centre specifically includes Salinea Cavitosonic care designed for the respiratory tract and anti-stress relief.

Yes. The special offers state that children under three stay free of charge all year round across all accommodation types, including both rental units and camping pitches.

The Kid’s Club welcomes children aged 5 to 14 and offers activities tailored to each age bracket while encouraging respect for the surrounding natural environment.

Throughout the high season the beachfront bar-restaurant is open every day from 8 a.m. until midnight.

Yes. During the summer the bar-restaurant terrace hosts evening entertainment that includes Corsican music and songs, salsa sessions, and disco nights for all ages.

Yes. A grocery shop is located inside the campsite and remains open seven days a week, offering everyday essentials as well as local Corsican specialities.

Yes. Certain rentals are set approximately 120 m from the sea in a dedicated car-free area, providing a quieter and safer environment.

Yes. The Thalasso centre specifies that its team is composed exclusively of certified practitioners who deliver all treatments.

Yes. The wellness area features a naturist bio-sauna that guests can use during their spa visit.

The estate is located about 7 km north of Aléria on Corsica’s east coast, making it a short drive from the town.

Yes. In addition to its landlines, the resort lists the mobile contact number +33 6 09 87 55 87 for enquiries and bookings.

Yes. Free high-definition Wi-Fi covers all pitches and bungalows, and the resort specifically notes that visitors can work remotely or stay as digital nomads while on site.

The resort’s free sauna is installed directly on the beachfront, letting guests enjoy sea views while they relax.

Yes. The campsite’s on-site manager, Carlo, is available to welcome guests and assist them in finding the pitch that best suits their preferences.

From the naturist beach you can look out over the Mediterranean and see the islands of Pianosa, Elba and Monte Cristo on the horizon.

Yes. Riva Bella provides a daily programme of free sports sessions led by coach Jérôme, covering activities such as Pilates, sea-fitness, stretching, and relaxation exercises.

Yes. The resort includes a dedicated TV lounge where guests can relax and watch television during their stay.

Yes. The resort offers several villas and bungalows with terraces facing the sea, while other units are set on the nature side; guests may select their preferred orientation during booking.

The Mobil-home Pinedda contains two bedrooms and accommodates 2–4 guests, with Wi-Fi included like all rentals at the resort.

Chalet Costa Sea has two bedrooms and sleeps 2–5 guests, making it suitable for couples or small families.

The 500 m² Thalasso centre offers seawater-based hydrotherapy care, including sessions in the 32 °C marine circuit and specialised body and facial hydrotherapy treatments provided by certified practitioners.

Chalet Costa Serena is designed for 2–5 guests and contains two bedrooms.

Back Banana Filetta accommodates 2 guests in one bedroom.

The seawater marine circuit is maintained at 32 °C, providing therapeutic warmth for relaxation and hydrotherapy sessions.

Yes. From April to October the wellness area operates every day, including all bank holidays.

Some bungalows are insulated with wool shorn from the estate’s own llamas, aligning with Riva Bella’s sustainable practices.

Yes. The Thalasso centre’s treatment menu explicitly lists gommages—full-body exfoliating scrubs prepared with marine elements and ointments derived from the Corsican maquis.

Yes. The naturist beach borders a clear, gently sloping stretch of the Mediterranean, providing shallow water that is considered safe for bathing directly from the resort.

The Oriente visitor information highlights 18 waymarked routes. Examples include the Antisanti–Purizzone trail, the Terrenzana–Tallone trail, the Casevecchie trail, the Antisanti–Pont Genois trail and the Altiani trail, offering landscapes that run from the coast to the mountains.

Yes. The Services section lists a dedicated "Stage de Yoga," confirming that guests can book organised yoga courses or retreats beyond the complimentary July–August classes.

The sauna is described as a naturist bio-sauna, so guests are expected to enjoy it without swimwear in accordance with the resort’s naturist guidelines.

Riva Bella also holds the Camping Qualité and Qualité Tourisme certifications, underscoring its commitment to high service standards and guest satisfaction.

Yes. The practical information for Riva Bella Thalasso & Spa states “Groupes acceptés : Oui,” confirming that organised groups are welcome to reserve treatments or wellness programmes.

The Oriente Bungalow measures 25 m², contains one bedroom and accommodates 2 guests; complimentary high-definition Wi-Fi is included like in all rentals.

Riva Bella is naturist only from 1 April to 5 November. Outside these dates the resort, beach and facilities operate in textile mode, so guests wear normal clothing during their stay.

The “Balade découverte” ride lasts about 1 hour 30 minutes through the Cortenais mountains and costs €50 per person; it is accessible to beginners all year round.

The 4-hour “Balade / Baignade” to the Pont de Torchia, which includes a swimming stop and a snack, is priced at €110 per participant and is offered from June to September.

Yes. The official website promotes a dedicated “Biking tour around Riva Bella,” giving guests a mapped cycling itinerary that begins at the resort.

The 500 m² wellness area offers a selection of “massages du monde” (world massages) performed by certified practitioners, in addition to other body and facial treatments that use Corsican essential-oil ointments.

The sanitary blocks are equipped with complimentary eco-friendly dishwashers that complete a full wash cycle in just five minutes.

The Mobil-home Alalia Family contains three bedrooms, accommodates 3–6 guests, and includes complimentary high-definition Wi-Fi like all rentals at the resort.

The Mobil-home Alalia Sea contains three bedrooms, accommodates 3–6 guests, and includes complimentary high-definition Wi-Fi like all rentals at Riva Bella.

The Access & Contact information on the official site lists several options: you can arrive in Corsica by plane or by ferry, then continue to the resort using a hire car, taxi, or coach service.

Yes. The Special Offers page features the ANCV logo, confirming that French Chèques-Vacances holiday vouchers are accepted as a means of payment at the resort.

Yes. The resort’s Special Offers page displays the Ticket Restaurant logo, indicating that these French meal vouchers are accepted as a form of payment on site.

Yes. The official website lists a “Carbone neutral” label among its quality badges, confirming the resort’s commitment to carbon-neutral operations.

All complimentary sports sessions are run by coach Jérôme, who organises floor exercise, Pilates, sea-fitness, fit-ball, stretching, abs-and-buttocks workouts, relaxation and guided walks for guests throughout the day.

The full-day “Rivière” ride costs €140 per person. It starts at 9 a.m., includes horse preparation, a trek overlooking the Tavignano River, a picnic lunch at a riverside swimming spot, and the return ride in the afternoon. The outing is offered from October to May and is suitable for both beginners and experienced riders.

The “Balade en main” pony ride costs €15 per child. An accompanying adult leads the pony along a marked riverside circuit, and the activity is available all year for children aged 3 to 8.

Yes. A washing-machine cycle costs €6.50 (insert 50-cent, €1 or €2 coins) and the tumble-dryer costs €3.50.

Yes. Classic bikes are €20 per day, while electric bikes cost €20 per hour, €40 per half-day and €60 per day; rentals are arranged at reception.

Yes. Baby cots and high chairs are available on request when you book and are provided free of charge.

Only electric barbecues are authorised. Gas and charcoal barbecues are strictly prohibited on the Riva Bella estate under a prefectural decree.

For stays of three nights or more an administration fee is applied, but it is offset by a complimentary 32 °C Seawater Circuit session for one person at the Thalasso centre.

Please notify the resort in advance; either a staff member will wait for you or an envelope with your name and check-in instructions will be left for you to collect.

Yes. Riva Bella has an open-air playground equipped with colourful, age-appropriate play modules where young children can have fun under parental supervision.

Yes. Babysitting facilities are available; guests can request full details and arrange the service directly at reception.

Yes. The bar stocks a variety of board games and even features a giant outdoor chess set beneath the oak trees for guests to enjoy.

The Kid’s Club runs in July and August, offering age-appropriate activities for children aged 5 to 14 during the main summer season.

No. Naturism is optional for children and adolescents; it is left entirely to their choice and is not imposed by the resort.

Guests can hire windsurf boards, catamarans and canoes directly on the beachfront for independent sea activities.

Yes. The site is clearly delimited, designed on flat terrain and described as a secure environment where children are never in danger of getting lost.

The climb to the summit of Mount San Petrone is roughly 6 km long and normally requires 5–6 hours for the round trip. Elevation gains range from about 800 m when starting at Col de Pratu to around 1 000 m if you begin from Saliceto or Gavignano.

The Cool’n Camp app gives you instant access to the resort’s daily sports and activity schedule along with practical information such as service times, on-site maps and useful tips, so you can organise your stay directly from your phone.

Yes. The on-site sports area includes a full volleyball court and several table-tennis tables that guests can use during their stay.

Yes. Riva Bella features an internal cycle track that loops around the property, allowing guests to ride safely away from road traffic.

Yes. The facilities list for Riva Bella specifically mentions a volleyball court that guests can use free of charge during their stay.

Children may safely approach the onsite llamas, which are described as peaceful animals, as well as the resident donkeys and pigs. Guests can feed them with suitable vegetable peelings supplied or approved by staff.

Riva Bella is open all year. From mid-November to late March the beachfront restaurant opens Friday to Monday, and the 500 m² Thalasso & Spa operates Friday to Monday (annual closure 17 Dec 2024–30 Jan 2025); accommodation and basic services remain available throughout the winter.

Yes. The resort states that naturism is mandatory on its beachfront, while within the campsite naturism is left to each guest’s personal choice.

Yes. The resort describes its grounds as safely delimited and secure, noting that children are never in danger of getting lost while moving around the site.

No. Towels are not provided with the rentals, but you can rent a pack of three towels at reception for €9.

Yes. Day visitors are welcome; simply report to reception on arrival so the team can introduce you to the estate.

Riva Bella welcomes a wide family-oriented clientele that includes young couples, families with children, retirees and groups of friends from all socio-professional backgrounds.

The complimentary sauna is open daily from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for residents; reserve a slot by adding your name to the registration sheet posted on the sauna door.

Yes. A mandatory final cleaning package costing €49 is automatically included in every rental reservation, so guests do not need to book cleaning separately.

Simply make sure your stay is fully paid, leave the bungalow key on the door when you depart, and drive out: the exit barrier opens automatically as you approach it.

Yes. In addition to classic and electric bicycles, electric scooters are available for hire directly at reception; staff will inform you of current rates and rental conditions.

At check-in you will receive the site map and keys; please remember to present your identity documents to complete the registration formalities.

Yes. Reception offers a mail service: you can send postcards and receive letters, newspapers or parcels addressed to “Camping Riva Bella Thalasso – Route de Riva Bella – 20270 ALERIA.”

Yes. Fridges are available for hire and can be placed directly on your camping pitch; ask at reception for current rental rates and arrangements.

Yes. A small library is located next to the Kids Club area near the grocery shop, where guests can borrow books during their stay.

Yes. Each waste collection area provides separate containers for household waste, glass, paper and packaging, and used batteries can be dropped off at reception.

Yes. Dedicated disposal points are provided on site where camper-van owners can drain toilets and tanks in the appropriate place.

Typical specialities include dishes made with chestnut flour such as pulenda and canistrelli, the aromatic myrtle liqueur produced from maquis berries, sparkling Muscat often nicknamed “Corsican champagne”, and the island’s renowned Corsican wines.

The Path of the Ponds is an easy 4-km loop that begins inside the resort and leads through a protected nature reserve to the Diana lagoon. The route lets walkers discover maquis vegetation and observe the shellfish farms where mussels and oysters are raised.

Suggested outings include Lac de Mélo and Lac de Capitello above Corte (about 73 km away, allow 1½ h walk plus 45 min extra to Capitello), the Buja waterfall near San Gavino di Fiumorbu (43 km, 30 min walk), the Pozzis pools from Col de Verde (62 km, 4 h 30 return), Piscia di Gallu waterfall (103 km, 45 min walk) and the Trou de la Bombe rock formation from the Bavella pass (72 km, 6 km walk).