L'Île-Rousse
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L'Île-Rousse
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The settlement and harbour of Ile Rousse are situated on the N coast of the island of Corsica, 10 miles E of the harbour of Calvi. Founded in 1758 by the Corsican leader Pasquale Paoli during the long campaign to overthrow the Genoese occupation of the island, it consist of a series of breakwaters linking a short archipelago extending N from the coast to form a peninsula offering excellent shelter from the prevailing NW winds. Part of the harbour has been converted into a small marina, the Port de Plaisance Ile Rousse, with 250 berths for yachts up to 25 metres in depths of up to 4.0 metres.
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Weather
See Corsica.
Passages
Islands
None.
Communication
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The peninsula of Ile Rousse is easily identified from distance by the prominent Genoese watchtower that sits proudly on its summit. There are no obvious hazards in the approach, although the rocky islets at the end of the peninsula should be given a wide berth if approaching from W. Note that a shoal patch extends off the headland that encloses the S end of the bay in which the harbour sits. The harbour is used by large ferries plying between Corsica and the ports of Nice, Toulon and Marseille and care should be taken on the approach.
Entrance
Ile Rousse is a port of entry/exit to France.
Submit details about facilities for checking in - location of immigration & customs, etc.
Berthing
Visiting yachts have the option of berthing in the marina, the Port de Plaisance Ile Rousse, or anchoring off in the bay, clear of the numerous moorings. Call the marina on VHF channel 09.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
The Port de Plaisance Ile Rousse has berths for 250 yachts in its harbour of up to 12.0 metres length and maximum draft of 4.0 metres. Larger yachts can moor using their anchors on the outside of the harbour breakwater, but only if the weather is settled. Facilities include water and electricity, toilets and showers, wifi, café/bar, fuel station, fixed crane, slipway and limited hard standing.
Anchorages
It is possible to anchor off in the bay SE of the harbour, avoiding the numerous moorings laid there. Anchor in 6.0 - 8.0 metres. The holding is good in sand and mud.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Very little.
Repairs/Yards
Limited repairs only.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel station in the harbour. Water and electricity at most berths.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Ile Rousse is a pleasant town, filled with pastel-coloured 18th and 19th century houses. Its narrow streets are crammed with tourists during the summer and they are well catered for with a large selection of bars, restaurants and boutiques. The shady main square is a delightful place to chill out and watch the world go by. On either side of the town are some superb beaches, framed by the famous red rocks from which the settlement takes its name.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Several provisions shops in the town.
Eateries
Numerous café/bars and restaurants in the town.
Internet/WiFi
In the marina.
Laundry
Laundrette in the town.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Rental outlets in the town
Garbage Disposal
Bins at the marina.
Transportation
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
- L'Île-Rousse at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See France.
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- June 2003 --Athene of Lymington
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