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==Marsala, Sicily, Italy== | ==Marsala, Sicily, Italy== | ||
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| - | + | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | [[Image:MarsalaHarbour.jpg|350px|]]Marsala harbour from N - ''Click for larger view'' | |
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The city of Marsala is situated at the westernmost point of the mainland of [[Sicily]], some 18 miles south of [[Trapani]] and 16 miles NW of [[Mazara del Vallo]]. It is a popular stopping-off point for yachts heading SW to [[Tunisia]] or the island of [[Pantelleria]]. The city occupies the original site of the settlement of Lilybaeum, which was the main Carthaginian stronghold on the island until its cession to Rome in 241 BC at the end of the First Punic War. The city’s current name was given to it by the Saracens (''Marsa Ali'' - great harbour) in recognition of the scale of its ancient port. Garibaldi landed here on 11 May 1860 at the head of his famous One Thousand to start the liberation of the island. Marsala’s other claim to fame is the eponymous wine, discovered in the 18th century by an English trader, John Woodhouse, and now popular all over the world as a chilled aperitif or dessert wine. | The city of Marsala is situated at the westernmost point of the mainland of [[Sicily]], some 18 miles south of [[Trapani]] and 16 miles NW of [[Mazara del Vallo]]. It is a popular stopping-off point for yachts heading SW to [[Tunisia]] or the island of [[Pantelleria]]. The city occupies the original site of the settlement of Lilybaeum, which was the main Carthaginian stronghold on the island until its cession to Rome in 241 BC at the end of the First Punic War. The city’s current name was given to it by the Saracens (''Marsa Ali'' - great harbour) in recognition of the scale of its ancient port. Garibaldi landed here on 11 May 1860 at the head of his famous One Thousand to start the liberation of the island. Marsala’s other claim to fame is the eponymous wine, discovered in the 18th century by an English trader, John Woodhouse, and now popular all over the world as a chilled aperitif or dessert wine. | ||
==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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==Local Weather== | ==Local Weather== | ||
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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== | ||
| - | Beware of the extensive shoals in the approach from N, especially around Capo Lilibeo. | + | Beware of the extensive shoals in the approach from N, especially around Capo Lilibeo. The harbour is protected by a short eastern and longer western breakwater. An additional breakwater runs due south from near the end of the western breakwater. The harbour is approached from due S, avoiding the shoals 500 metres E of the breakwater extension. There are depths of 7.0 metres right up to the entrance and 2.0 - 3.0 in the porto turistico. A heavy swell builds up in the entrance in strong SE winds and entry can be dangerous in these conditions. |
| - | ==Berthing | + | ==Berthing Options== |
The ''porto turistico'' is immediately to starboard on entering the harbour. It offers a total of 200 berths for yachts of a maximum length of 20.0 metres. Yachts berth as directed on one of the five privately operated pontoons. There are laid moorings at all berths. Depths at the pontoons range from under 2.0 metres at the inner end to 3.0 - 3.5 metres at the outer end. Shelter is good from all directions, although a strong southerly sends in a swell. Water and electricity are available on the pontoons. | The ''porto turistico'' is immediately to starboard on entering the harbour. It offers a total of 200 berths for yachts of a maximum length of 20.0 metres. Yachts berth as directed on one of the five privately operated pontoons. There are laid moorings at all berths. Depths at the pontoons range from under 2.0 metres at the inner end to 3.0 - 3.5 metres at the outer end. Shelter is good from all directions, although a strong southerly sends in a swell. Water and electricity are available on the pontoons. | ||
'''Note''': Marsala harbour is occasionally subject to the phenomenon of the ''marrobio'', a tidal wave that can raise and lower the water level by as much as a metre in the space of 10-15 minutes. The phenomenon is most frequently experienced in the winter months during strong westerly winds. | '''Note''': Marsala harbour is occasionally subject to the phenomenon of the ''marrobio'', a tidal wave that can raise and lower the water level by as much as a metre in the space of 10-15 minutes. The phenomenon is most frequently experienced in the winter months during strong westerly winds. | ||
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| + | * Isola Favignana. Anchor in 3.0 - 5.0 metres west of the island’s mini-harbour (or tie up alongside if there is space). Good shelter in all but northerly winds. | ||
==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ||
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* Isola Favignana | * Isola Favignana | ||
* Isola Levanzo | * Isola Levanzo | ||
* Isola Marettimo | * Isola Marettimo | ||
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==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ||
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ||
| - | Fuel berth in the porto turistico and another at the north end of the commercial harbour (0630 - 1900). Water and electricity on the pontoons. | + | Fuel berth in the ''porto turistico'' and another at the north end of the commercial harbour (0630 - 1900). Water and electricity on the pontoons. |
| - | == | + | ==Things to do Ashore== |
| - | ===Tourism=== | + | ====Tourism==== |
A stroll around the partly pedestrianised old town taking in the heady scents of the marsala wineries is a rewarding experience, especially if followed by a sampling of the wonderful ''marsala stravecchio'' at one of the many excellent trattorias. The town itself is surprisingly attractive, with numerous Spanish-style palazzi dating back to the 15th-18th centuries. On the seafront is the Museo Archaeologico Regionale Baglio Anselmi, which contains the remains of an ancient Punic ship probably sunk in 241BC during the first Punic War. The Museo degli Arazzi (Tapestry Museum) houses several superb 16th century Flemish tapestries illustrating scenes from Vespasian’s campaigns in Judaea. The cathedral is dedicated to St. Thomas of Canterbury and was constructed in the 17th century on the site of a pre-existing Norman Church. | A stroll around the partly pedestrianised old town taking in the heady scents of the marsala wineries is a rewarding experience, especially if followed by a sampling of the wonderful ''marsala stravecchio'' at one of the many excellent trattorias. The town itself is surprisingly attractive, with numerous Spanish-style palazzi dating back to the 15th-18th centuries. On the seafront is the Museo Archaeologico Regionale Baglio Anselmi, which contains the remains of an ancient Punic ship probably sunk in 241BC during the first Punic War. The Museo degli Arazzi (Tapestry Museum) houses several superb 16th century Flemish tapestries illustrating scenes from Vespasian’s campaigns in Judaea. The cathedral is dedicated to St. Thomas of Canterbury and was constructed in the 17th century on the site of a pre-existing Norman Church. | ||
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| - | Image:MarsalaTown.jpg|Marsala Old town entrance | + | <center><div style="clear: both;"><gallery widths="220px" heights="160px" perrow="3"> |
| - | Image:MarsalaCathedral.jpg|Marsala cathedral | + | Image:MarsalaTown.jpg|Marsala Old town entrance<br />''Click for larger view'' |
| - | Image:MarsalaWine.jpg|The solera method of marsala production | + | Image:MarsalaCathedral.jpg|Marsala cathedral''Click for larger view'' |
| - | </gallery></div></center> | + | Image:MarsalaWine.jpg|The solera method of marsala production''Click for larger view'' |
| - | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | + | </gallery></div></center> |
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Good shopping in the town, which is several hundred metres from the harbour. | Good shopping in the town, which is several hundred metres from the harbour. | ||
| - | ===Eateries=== | + | ====Eateries==== |
| - | Excellent restaurants in the town, especially for seafood | + | *Excellent restaurants in the town, especially for seafood |
| + | * The ''Trattoria Garibaldi'' does an excellent ''spaghetti alla vongole con bottarga'' (spaghetti with clams and tuna roe) | ||
| - | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
Available? | Available? | ||
| - | ===Laundry=== | + | ====Laundry==== |
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| - | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | ====Motorbike & Car Rentals==== |
Outlets in the town. | Outlets in the town. | ||
| - | ===Garbage Disposal=== | + | ====Garbage Disposal==== |
Bins around the harbour. | Bins around the harbour. | ||
| - | ===Transportation=== | + | ====Transportation==== |
Transportation (local and/or international) | Transportation (local and/or international) | ||
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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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==References & Publications== | ==References & Publications== | ||
| - | Publications | + | ''See [[Italy#References & Publications|Italy]]''. |
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''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
* June 2004 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 17:39, 8 November 2010 (UTC) | * June 2004 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 17:39, 8 November 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Revision as of 20:20, 28 January 2013
Marsala, Sicily, Italy
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The city of Marsala is situated at the westernmost point of the mainland of Sicily, some 18 miles south of Trapani and 16 miles NW of Mazara del Vallo. It is a popular stopping-off point for yachts heading SW to Tunisia or the island of Pantelleria. The city occupies the original site of the settlement of Lilybaeum, which was the main Carthaginian stronghold on the island until its cession to Rome in 241 BC at the end of the First Punic War. The city’s current name was given to it by the Saracens (Marsa Ali - great harbour) in recognition of the scale of its ancient port. Garibaldi landed here on 11 May 1860 at the head of his famous One Thousand to start the liberation of the island. Marsala’s other claim to fame is the eponymous wine, discovered in the 18th century by an English trader, John Woodhouse, and now popular all over the world as a chilled aperitif or dessert wine.
Charts
- Admiralty
- 2122 - Bizerte to Capo San Marco
- Italian
- 916
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Local Weather
The prevailing wind on the south coast of Sicily during the summer is a SW seabreeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5. Most of the harbours along the south coast are liable to swell in strong southerly winds which are, however, rare outside the winter months.
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)
Beware of the extensive shoals in the approach from N, especially around Capo Lilibeo. The harbour is protected by a short eastern and longer western breakwater. An additional breakwater runs due south from near the end of the western breakwater. The harbour is approached from due S, avoiding the shoals 500 metres E of the breakwater extension. There are depths of 7.0 metres right up to the entrance and 2.0 - 3.0 in the porto turistico. A heavy swell builds up in the entrance in strong SE winds and entry can be dangerous in these conditions.
Berthing Options
The porto turistico is immediately to starboard on entering the harbour. It offers a total of 200 berths for yachts of a maximum length of 20.0 metres. Yachts berth as directed on one of the five privately operated pontoons. There are laid moorings at all berths. Depths at the pontoons range from under 2.0 metres at the inner end to 3.0 - 3.5 metres at the outer end. Shelter is good from all directions, although a strong southerly sends in a swell. Water and electricity are available on the pontoons.
Note: Marsala harbour is occasionally subject to the phenomenon of the marrobio, a tidal wave that can raise and lower the water level by as much as a metre in the space of 10-15 minutes. The phenomenon is most frequently experienced in the winter months during strong westerly winds.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
- Isola Favignana. Anchor in 3.0 - 5.0 metres west of the island’s mini-harbour (or tie up alongside if there is space). Good shelter in all but northerly winds.
Offshore Islands and Groups
- Egadi Islands
- Isola Favignana
- Isola Levanzo
- Isola Marettimo
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Slipway (up to 150 T). Fixed crane (10 T). Travel lift. Outdoor storage. Engine, electrical and electronic equipment repairs. Wood and fiberglass repairs. Divers.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel berth in the porto turistico and another at the north end of the commercial harbour (0630 - 1900). Water and electricity on the pontoons.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
A stroll around the partly pedestrianised old town taking in the heady scents of the marsala wineries is a rewarding experience, especially if followed by a sampling of the wonderful marsala stravecchio at one of the many excellent trattorias. The town itself is surprisingly attractive, with numerous Spanish-style palazzi dating back to the 15th-18th centuries. On the seafront is the Museo Archaeologico Regionale Baglio Anselmi, which contains the remains of an ancient Punic ship probably sunk in 241BC during the first Punic War. The Museo degli Arazzi (Tapestry Museum) houses several superb 16th century Flemish tapestries illustrating scenes from Vespasian’s campaigns in Judaea. The cathedral is dedicated to St. Thomas of Canterbury and was constructed in the 17th century on the site of a pre-existing Norman Church.
 Marsala Old town entrance |
 Marsala cathedralClick for larger view |
 The solera method of marsala productionClick for larger view |
Grocery & Supply Stores
Good shopping in the town, which is several hundred metres from the harbour.
Eateries
- Excellent restaurants in the town, especially for seafood
- The Trattoria Garibaldi does an excellent spaghetti alla vongole con bottarga (spaghetti with clams and tuna roe)
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Outlets in the town.
Garbage Disposal
Bins around the harbour.
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
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:
- June 2004 --Athene of Lymington 17:39, 8 November 2010 (UTC)
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