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== Acitrezza, Sicily, Italy == | == Acitrezza, Sicily, Italy == | ||
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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | {{Small info}} ''Click links for more information'' | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | {{Small info}} ''Click links for more information'' | ||
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| [http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=37.556667&lon=15.163333&scale=24000&zoom=50&type=1 Local chartlet] | | [http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=37.556667&lon=15.163333&scale=24000&zoom=50&type=1 Local chartlet] | ||
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- | + | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | [[Image:AcitrezzaMarina.jpg|350px]]Acitrezza harbour (the pontoons are not in place) - ''Click for larger view'' | |
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The town and harbour of '''Acitrezza''' lie six miles south of [[Stazzo]] and the same distance north of [[Catania]] on the east coast of [[Sicily]]. The town is famous for its series of huge black basalt rocks, the Ciclopi, which lie barely 200 metres off the harbour entrance. According to local mythology, the stones are the ones thrown by the giant Polyphemus at Odysseus and his crew as they fled the island in Homer’s epic poem ‘The Odyssey’. The southern part of the harbour has yacht berths on four floating pontoons, which are, as is common in Italy, run by separate private enterprises. Shelter in Acitrezza is good in most conditions, although strong NE winds send in an uncomfortable swell. | The town and harbour of '''Acitrezza''' lie six miles south of [[Stazzo]] and the same distance north of [[Catania]] on the east coast of [[Sicily]]. The town is famous for its series of huge black basalt rocks, the Ciclopi, which lie barely 200 metres off the harbour entrance. According to local mythology, the stones are the ones thrown by the giant Polyphemus at Odysseus and his crew as they fled the island in Homer’s epic poem ‘The Odyssey’. The southern part of the harbour has yacht berths on four floating pontoons, which are, as is common in Italy, run by separate private enterprises. Shelter in Acitrezza is good in most conditions, although strong NE winds send in an uncomfortable swell. | ||
==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
- | Admiralty | + | ; Admiralty |
- | + | : 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne; chart 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina | |
- | Italian | + | ; Italian |
+ | : 918 | ||
==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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+ | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
==Local Weather== | ==Local Weather== | ||
- | Prevailing winds | + | Prevailing winds in the Straits during the summer are from N or NW. Southerly winds are more common in the spring and winter. In unsettled weather the Straits can be subject to very strong gusts off the land which, combined with the strong currents, can make passage dangerous for smaller yachts. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds. |
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- | Sources for weather forecasts: | + | Sources for weather forecasts: |
* There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation. | * There is a continuous (computerised 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 | + | * 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) | + | * Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari ([[Sardinia]]) and Augusta ([[Sicily]]) |
==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
- | [[Image:AcitrezzaRocks.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Basalt rocks of Acitrezza<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | + | [[Image:AcitrezzaRocks.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Basalt rocks of Acitrezza<br />''Click for larger view'']] |
Approach to the harbour is from the north, leaving the yellow buoys marking the nature reserve around the Ciclopi to port. The additional rocky outcrops 200 metres SW of the Ciclopi have dangerous rocky shallows extending NE and should be given a good clearance if approaching from S. The largest of the Ciclopi has a red tower on top, which is conspicuous from N. Depths in the harbour entrance are 6.0 metres. | Approach to the harbour is from the north, leaving the yellow buoys marking the nature reserve around the Ciclopi to port. The additional rocky outcrops 200 metres SW of the Ciclopi have dangerous rocky shallows extending NE and should be given a good clearance if approaching from S. The largest of the Ciclopi has a red tower on top, which is conspicuous from N. Depths in the harbour entrance are 6.0 metres. | ||
- | ==Berthing | + | ==Berthing Options== |
The northern part of the harbour is shallow. Yachts berth on the four private pontoons in the southern part, where depths are 3.0 - 4.0 metres. Around 200 vessels can be accommodated (15 berths are reserved for yachts in transit). Maximum length 18.0 metres. Water on the pontoons (eight outlets). Slipway. Mobile crane. | The northern part of the harbour is shallow. Yachts berth on the four private pontoons in the southern part, where depths are 3.0 - 4.0 metres. Around 200 vessels can be accommodated (15 berths are reserved for yachts in transit). Maximum length 18.0 metres. Water on the pontoons (eight outlets). Slipway. Mobile crane. | ||
- | == | + | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== |
None. | None. | ||
- | == | + | ===Anchorages=== |
- | + | ====Capo Molini==== | |
+ | Anchor in the cove inside the headland in 6.0 - 8.0 metres (in prevailing NE winds). Holding is good on sand and rock. | ||
- | == | + | ==Offshore Islands and Groups== |
- | + | None. | |
==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ||
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Fuel by tanker from local garages. Water on the pontoons. No electricity. | Fuel by tanker from local garages. Water on the pontoons. No electricity. | ||
- | == | + | ==Things to do Ashore== |
- | ===Tourism=== | + | ====Tourism==== |
The village is popular with Italian holidaymakers and the waterfront buzzes with life during July and August. Acitrezza and its small harbour, crammed with gaily painted fishing boats, served as a film set for Lucchino Visconti’s film ''La Terra Trema'', based on the novel by Giovanni Verga. | The village is popular with Italian holidaymakers and the waterfront buzzes with life during July and August. Acitrezza and its small harbour, crammed with gaily painted fishing boats, served as a film set for Lucchino Visconti’s film ''La Terra Trema'', based on the novel by Giovanni Verga. | ||
- | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | + | ====Grocery & Supply Stores==== |
Several provisions shops in the town. | Several provisions shops in the town. | ||
- | ===Eateries=== | + | ====Eateries==== |
* Good fish restaurants around the harbour. | * Good fish restaurants around the harbour. | ||
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- | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
Yes. | Yes. | ||
- | ===Laundry=== | + | ====Laundry==== |
* | * | ||
- | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | ====Motorbike & Car Rentals==== |
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- | ===Garbage Disposal=== | + | ====Garbage Disposal==== |
Bins near the pontoons. | Bins near the pontoons. | ||
- | ===Transportation=== | + | ====Transportation==== |
- | + | Buses to [[Catania]]. | |
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==Routes/Passages To/From== | ==Routes/Passages To/From== | ||
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==Forum Discussions== | ==Forum Discussions== | ||
- | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements) | + | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') |
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
Links to relevant websites. | Links to relevant websites. | ||
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==References & Publications== | ==References & Publications== | ||
- | + | ''See [[Italy#References & Publications|Italy]]''. | |
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==Personal Notes== | ==Personal Notes== | ||
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+ | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
+ | * Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 12:11, 17 August 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Acitrezza, Sicily, Italy
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| Local chartlet |
Acitrezza harbour (the pontoons are not in place) - Click for larger view |
The town and harbour of Acitrezza lie six miles south of Stazzo and the same distance north of Catania on the east coast of Sicily. The town is famous for its series of huge black basalt rocks, the Ciclopi, which lie barely 200 metres off the harbour entrance. According to local mythology, the stones are the ones thrown by the giant Polyphemus at Odysseus and his crew as they fled the island in Homer’s epic poem ‘The Odyssey’. The southern part of the harbour has yacht berths on four floating pontoons, which are, as is common in Italy, run by separate private enterprises. Shelter in Acitrezza is good in most conditions, although strong NE winds send in an uncomfortable swell.
Charts
- Admiralty
- 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne; chart 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina
- Italian
- 918
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Local Weather
Prevailing winds in the Straits during the summer are from N or NW. Southerly winds are more common in the spring and winter. In unsettled weather the Straits can be subject to very strong gusts off the land which, combined with the strong currents, can make passage dangerous for smaller yachts. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds.
Sources for weather forecasts:
- There is a continuous (computerised 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)
Approach to the harbour is from the north, leaving the yellow buoys marking the nature reserve around the Ciclopi to port. The additional rocky outcrops 200 metres SW of the Ciclopi have dangerous rocky shallows extending NE and should be given a good clearance if approaching from S. The largest of the Ciclopi has a red tower on top, which is conspicuous from N. Depths in the harbour entrance are 6.0 metres.
Berthing Options
The northern part of the harbour is shallow. Yachts berth on the four private pontoons in the southern part, where depths are 3.0 - 4.0 metres. Around 200 vessels can be accommodated (15 berths are reserved for yachts in transit). Maximum length 18.0 metres. Water on the pontoons (eight outlets). Slipway. Mobile crane.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Capo Molini
Anchor in the cove inside the headland in 6.0 - 8.0 metres (in prevailing NE winds). Holding is good on sand and rock.
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Some engine and electrical repairs.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel by tanker from local garages. Water on the pontoons. No electricity.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The village is popular with Italian holidaymakers and the waterfront buzzes with life during July and August. Acitrezza and its small harbour, crammed with gaily painted fishing boats, served as a film set for Lucchino Visconti’s film La Terra Trema, based on the novel by Giovanni Verga.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Several provisions shops in the town.
Eateries
- Good fish restaurants around the harbour.
Internet/WiFi
Yes.
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Bins near the pontoons.
Transportation
Buses to Catania.
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
See Italy.
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:
- Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --Athene of Lymington 12:11, 17 August 2010 (UTC)
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