Lama

Lama

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownLama
Insee code2B136
Postcode20218
Latitude42.5760070
Longitude9.1716110
AltitudeFrom 120 to 1535 meters
Surface19.92 km²
Population174 inhabitants
Density8 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsUrtaca at 2.2 km
Chief townBastia (at 65 km, 62 min)Pietralba at 3.6 km
DepartmentUpper CorsicaNovella at 4.7 km
RegionCorsicaSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Located between Calvi and St. Florent, in the valley Ostriconi, Lama is a former village corsica authenticity remarkably preserved.

The first houses were built on a rocky ridge at the foot of a watchtower. Two architectural styles coexist harmoniously: one large and beautiful mansions Tuscan-inspired 18th century, on the other hand, the medieval old town with its small houses with roof terraces glued to each other.

Flowers and plants are installed in many pots, niches carved in the rocks, masonry walls. The terraces shaded by vine arbors discover by browsing the many village streets.


EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

The Lama Film Festival in early August:

Balagne in the center of a circle passing through Calvi, Bastia and Corte, the medieval village of Lama, whose tall houses seem built into the mountain, overlooking the delta Ostriconi and its beautiful beach.

Each summer, three screens lit there at night and film creeps in the alleys, complete with scents of the scrub nearby. Sessions are held simultaneously every evening from 21:30 on three sites, one entirely devoted to young audiences, with programming and a special reception.

During the day from 10.30, the ballroom of the hall, "Casa di Lama" located in movie theaters, welcomes the audience the most frequent. The "Chronicles village" of Lama interview since 1994 the report of cinema in rural areas.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Tour and meal at a chestnut groveNature and the outdoors29 €Murato (12.7 km)
Golf course in BalagneSports sensations35 €Speloncato (15.6 km)
Football and multi-activities courseSports sensations190 €Monticello (19.1 km)

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Saturday 25 May
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Sunday 26 May
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Monday 27 May
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Chez Elma    
7
Pioggiola
Our cottages in Corsica Pioggiola typical village, 35 minutes from L'Ile Rousse, 20 minutes from the Forest Tartagine. In a very quiet house with garden, swimming pool, terrace with...
Located 14.8 km from LamaFrom 60 € to 70 € the double room 
U lampione    
9.8
Oletta
Close to the sea, you will find comfortable rooms at lampione the heart of an old village in the Haute-Corse, in the center of an area rich in tourist attractions and full of history....
Located 16.3 km from LamaFrom 65 € to 90 € the double room 
A casa di l'alivu    
9.3
Patrimonio
In a very nice village, in a very quiet place, two rooms in a small house just on the side of the house of the owner. You will find a big garden with big olive trees.
Located 21 km from LamaFrom 40 € to 65 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Cortaline, Lama.  SPECIAL OFFER
Lama
Residence Cortaline. Appartment with swimmong pool for 4-5 persons. 50 sq. M.. 2 bedrooms, living room with sofa-bed, kitchen, shower room, separate WC, covered terrace. Ground floor...
Located in LamaFrom 850 € to 900 € per week 
Le campu latinu (région balagne)
Lama
In one of the most beautiful villages of Corsica, learn a great apartment type F3 120 m² in a stone house. Painted limestone, exposed beams, terracotta floor, oak furniture etc... Pool...
Located in LamaFrom 950 € to 1800 € per week 
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Moltifao
Rentals Beautiful stone villas furnished. ** T 2 to 4 Sleeps. T 3 for 4/5 beds. T 4 to 6 people. Prices from € 50.00 - the all-inclusive overnight stay. Luxury equipment: Dishwasher,...
Located 10.7 km from LamaFrom 280 € to 500 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping petra pinzuta    
9.7
Campile
Family camping, warm welcome. Camping 15 minutes from the beaches near the river.
Located 18.4 km from Lama14 € per day 

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HOTELS
Relais de Saleccia    
7.7
Saint-Florent
Situated a 15-minute drive from Saint-Florent, this hotel features free Wi-Fi in the public areas and a shuttle service for the beaches of Saleccia and Loto. Bikes can be rented on...
Located 10.5 km from LamaRoom from 55 €
Hotellerie E Canicce  
Moltifao
Set along the Asco River providing panoramic mountain views, Hotellerie E Canicce is located in Moltifao and provides self-catering accommodations. Guests can enjoy the beaches just...
Located 11.6 km from LamaRoom from 40 €
Hôtel Le Niobel    
7.8
Belgodère
Featuring panoramic views of the Mediterranean, Hôtel Le Niobel is just a 5-minute drive from Lozari beach. It offers air-conditioned rooms with en suite throughout the year. All guest...
Located 12.4 km from LamaRoom from 50 €

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