Villasimius

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Villasimius, Sardinia

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39°07.42′N, 09°30.44′E
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The marina at Villasimius
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Villasimius is a large, modern marina situated 12 miles east of Cagliari on the west side of Punta Santa Caterina, the extreme SE point of Sardinia. Since 1998 the area around Villasimius has been part of the Cabo Carbonara marine nature reserve. There are some wonderful beaches and a spectacular salt water lagoon within easy reach of the marina.

Charts

See Sardinia.

Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

Local Weather

See Italy.

Approach and Navigation

No dangers in the approaches, but beware of the isolated rocky reef of Scoglio Santo Stefano if approaching from the south. The marina entrance is at the end of a long breakwater extending some 350 metres north from the shore. Entry is from the NE.

Berthing options

Berthing in the marina only. Call Marina Villasimius on VHF channel 09 (0600 - 2200). Telephone: +39 (0)70 797137. E-mail: [email protected].

Offshore Islands and Groups

  • Isola dei Cavoli (at southern end of Punta Caterina). Day anchorage only.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

The marina offers a total of over 700 berths on a combination of concrete quays and pontoons enclosed by breakwaters. Yachts of maximum length 50 metres can be accommodated. Maximum depth 6.5 metres. Water and electricity at all berths. Slipway. Mobile (40T) and fixed cranes. Travel lift.

Anchorages

Cala Giunco

On the eastern side of the Santa Caterina peninsula, Cala Guinco is a wonderful site, where yachts can anchor in 5.0 - 10.0 metres off a long sandy beach backed by a huge salt water lagoon. Idyllic, but completely open to all winds from N round to SE.

Warning - Do not anchor anywhere within maybe a mile or more of the entrance to Villasimius marina. In 2009 the local police/coast guard were fining yachts anchoring in this area.

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.

Repairs/Yards

Boatyard in the marina. Hauling out and winter storage for yachts up to 20 metres. Engine, mechanical and electrical repairs. GRP, steel and wood repairs.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Water and electricity at all berths. Fuel station at end of eastern breakwater (0800 - 2200).

Tourism and Things to do Ashore

Tourism

The stroll across the peninsula to the salt water lagoon on the east side is a must. There are also wonderful walks to the end of Punta Caterina, with spectacular views out over the sea to the Isola dei Cavoli.

The lagoon, Villasimius

Laundry

Grocery & Supply Stores

Eateries

Internet/WiFi

Yes.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

Bins in the marina.

Transportation

Transportation (local and/or international)

Routes/Passages To/From

Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

Links to relevant websites.

References & Publications

Publications, Guides, etc.

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?

Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:


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