The Abandoned Village of Occi
Resting on a hill overlooking the coast, these medieval ruins look completely deserted save for their restored chapel.

πŸ“œ Sitting on a picturesque French hilltop, the ruins of the medieval village of Occi are all that's left of a small settlement that had to abandon their perfect view when the water ran out.
πŸ” The village was founded by refugees, had 150 residents by 1589, but was abandoned due to lack of water by 1927.

Why Go

🚢 Explore eerily preserved medieval streets
β›ͺ Visit the renovated Chapel of Annuziata
πŸŒ… Enjoy breathtaking ocean views
🎢 Experience a Corsican mass with singing on Pentecost

Why Avoid

⛰️ Requires a two-hour hike from Lumio to reach

Tips

πŸ—ΊοΈ The most often used trail starts behind Chez Charles restaurant in Lumio; a trail from D71 may also be used.

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