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Ponza, the largest of the so-called Pontine islands, lies 18 miles off the Italian mainland and around 35 miles south of the harbours of Anzio and Marina di Nettuno. Ponza today is a very popular tourist destination as well as a magnet for cruising yachts. In spite of the installation of a number of pontoons for visiting yachts, it is often necessary to anchor off during July and August.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1911 - I. del Giglio to I. d’Ischia
- Italian
- 914
Weather
Prevailing winds during summer are from NW round to SW. In very settled weather, the island often experiences light SE breezes.
Sources for weather forecasts:
- There is a continuous (computerized voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation
- The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16
- Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari (Sardinia) and Augusta (Sicily)
Passages
See Mediterranean.
Islands
- I. di Palmarola
- I. di Zannone
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Care needs to be taken of the numerous above water rocks and shoals extending along the coasts of Ponza, especially to the NE and SE. A night approach is not recommended.
Berthing
Ports
Porto di Ponza
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Ponza Mare
Ponza Mare' (first pontoon west of the ferry terminal) can accommodate up to 40 yachts in 6.0 metres (maximum length 25 metres). Operates 15 April to 30 September only. Water & electricity.
- [email protected]; Tel: +39 (0771) 80 679; Fax: +XX (XXX) XXXXXX; VHF channel 09
Anchorages
West Bay
Cala Chiaia di Luna
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | Water available on most of the pontoons |
Electricity | Electricity available on most of the pontoons |
Toilets | ? |
Showers | ? |
Laundry | At Ponza Mare |
Garbage | Bins around the harbour |
Supplies | |
Fuel | Fuel berth on the quay, but in very shallow water |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | Very limited |
Services | |
Repairs | Very limited. A small yard in the bay can haul out small yachts on a slipway |
Internet | ? |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | Scooter hire outlets in the town. Cars are banned from Ponza during the peak summer season |
Provisioning
Good provisioning in the town.
Eating out
Plenty of bars and trattorias around the bay, many of which are only open for the season.
Transportation
Ferries to Naples, Anzio, Terracina and Formia on the mainland.
Tourism
History
Ponza is one of the most spectacular of all the Italian offshore islands, its busy harbour ringed with huge rock pinnacles and its shores dotted with impressive natural rock formations. Ancient colonizers of the island include the Greeks, Etruscans and Romans, all of whom left their imprint on the landscape. Ponza was a popular resort of the Roman emperors, who built or extended magnificent villas on the island, and later a place of exile for those who offended the imperial regime.
Places to Visit
Ponza town is very appealing – all low, rectangular houses painted in pastel colours and whitewashed walls and pavements. The fishing fleet is very colourful and photogenic. The walk round to the lighthouse affords wonderful views of the bay. An ancient Roman tunnel connects the town of Ponza to a large sandy beach called Chiaia di Luna on the west side of the island.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
Links to relevant websites.
References
See Italy.
Comments
We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.
- We anchored on the west side of Ponza bay and, on snorkeling down to check the anchor, discovered we had hooked it on the thwart of an ancient (possibly Roman) vessel, now buried deep in the mud. It may be wise to buoy your anchor, but only if the anchorage is not too full --Athene of Lymington 17:24, 7 August 2010 (UTC)
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Date of member's last visit to Ponza and this page's details validated:
- July 2003 --Athene of Lymington 17:24, 7 August 2010 (UTC)
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