Girolata
La Méridionale, historic shipping company serving Corsica, welcomes you on-board Girolata for your journey to Porto-Vecchio.
Sail off on-board our ferry to Corsica and enjoy a crossing in excellent conditions.
Route travelled by Girolata
Facilities and services on-board Girolata
Catering
La Méridionale welcomes you to its restaurant and self-service restaurant on-board the Marseille-Porto-Vecchio ferry.
You'll find recipes inspired by the specialities of the Isle of Beauty, as well as a children's menu.
Meals
Whatever you choose, you'll discover Mediterranean recipes imagined by our chef and their brigade.
Our dishes are cooked on-board using fresh, seasonal produce, promoting locally-sourced ingredients.
Breakfast
Head down to the self-service buffet to enjoy a full breakfast with yoghurt, fruit juice, bread, jam, pastry and a hot drink.
And, if you prefer something lighter, go for the "express option" in our "Alta-Rocca" bar.
Wi-Fi
Head off to sea but stay in touch with loved ones!
The Wi-Fi on-board La Méridionale means you can stay connected and surf the web right in the middle of the Mediterranean.
Game rom
Come on board and have some FUN! Enjoy a fun-filled break on the Girolata. Simulators, table football, air hockey, Mario Kart, claw machines… There’s something for everyone, young and old alike, to make the crossing even more enjoyable.
Family
There's a play area for little ones on Deck 6. Children can have great fun together here under their parents' watchful eye.
There's also a nursery on Deck 5.
Outdoors spaces
To fully enjoy all the pleasures of journeying by sea, take time out to stroll across the extensive promenade decks and relax on the terrace of our "Le Lido" bar to admire the incredible views.
Accessibility
People with reduced mobility (PRM) and those with disabilities may book one of our adapted cabins for their crossing to Corsica. To book one, please contact our sales department at least 48 hours before boarding.
You can find more details about crossing for people with reduced mobility on our dedicated information page.
Luggage
On the ferry to Corsica, passengers travelling in the armchair lounge (Deck 6) have individual luggage lockers.
They work with a token available at reception and with a 1 euro coin.
Pets
For reasons of hygiene and allergy, pets are not allowed in areas reserved for passengers. All pets travel in our kennel (remember to bring a lock to lock their individual pen).
An eco-friendly ship
Your ship is equipped with the REPCET solution for observing and tracking cetaceans.
When your ship's at nerth in Marseille, it cuts its engines and uses shore-to-ship power
Our cabins can accommodate up to 4 people. They are equipped with a shower, toilet and adjustable air-conditioning.
Bath towels, shower gel and soap are also included.
The TV in your cabin is free to use and broadcasts the main French national channels as well as Canal +.
A friendly-sized ship
Girolata is a wonderful ship to travel on with its outdoor decks reserved for passengers and its small size that makes it ever-so easy to get around to access the various spaces.
During your trip on-board, crew members are always on hand to answer your questions and to help you.
And, in the event of an emergency during the night, a phone is available at reception to contact the duty officer.
Ship caracteristics
Launched: 2002
Length: 177 m
Width: 27 m
Speed: 23 knots
Crew: 45 persons
Passenger capacity: 650
Vehicle capacity: 160
Cabins: 196
Armachairs: 133
HGV capacity: 1 927 lm
