Nessa

City in Haute-Corse, France

Overview

Nessa is a hidden gem in Haute-Corse, Corsica, set amid lush mountains and chestnut groves. With a population of just over 100, it offers visitors an authentic Corsican village experience characterized by tranquil streets and friendly locals. Its panoramic vistas and charming stone architecture make it a peaceful escape from tourist crowds.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
France
Metropolitan Department
Haute-Corse
Population
124
Time Zone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
42.55°, 8.92°

Key Metrics

Safety Score · estimate
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost · estimate
$1,617
Local Cost
$1,060
Local Income
$1,100
Cashless
25
English
25
Temperature
15.0°C
Summer Avg
22.7°C
Winter Avg
8.1°C
Record High
35.6°C
Record Low
-2.2°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
585 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
3
Walk Score
3
Footways
5.0
Airport
CLY
Distance
10 km

Data sources

Source-backed data

World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Record updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Record updated 2025-12-06.

Estimates and unverified origins

Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-23.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 55/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.