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==Amantea, Italy== | ==Amantea, Italy== | ||
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The small harbour of Amantea lies on the Calabrian coast of [[Italy]], along the ''instep'' of the peninsula, confusingly some seven miles S of the town of the same name. The harbour is only suitable for smaller yachts in view of its shallow depths, tendency to silt and limited space to manoeuvre. It provides a total of 283 berths for vessels of up to 15 metres on its pontoons and quays. Shelter in the harbour is good, although strong winds from W round to SE cause a swell. | The small harbour of Amantea lies on the Calabrian coast of [[Italy]], along the ''instep'' of the peninsula, confusingly some seven miles S of the town of the same name. The harbour is only suitable for smaller yachts in view of its shallow depths, tendency to silt and limited space to manoeuvre. It provides a total of 283 berths for vessels of up to 15 metres on its pontoons and quays. Shelter in the harbour is good, although strong winds from W round to SE cause a swell. | ||
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| + | ==Local Weather== | ||
| + | Winds along the Tyrrhenian Coast of [[Italy]] are generally light in the summer months. The most notable feature is a SW seabreeze that kicks in in late morning and blows at little more than Force 2 - 4 until the evening. Thundery conditions are not infrequent during early Spring and Autumn, and associated winds can sometimes reach gale force and kick up a substantial sea. In winter, gales can blow from both NW and S and entry to and exit from some of the harbours along the coast can become hazardous. | ||
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| + | Sources for weather information: | ||
| + | * 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 La Garde (Toulon), Roma and Cagliari ([[Sardinia]]) | ||
==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
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There are three pontoons and a quay in the harbour, providing berths for up to 283 vessels, of which 20 are ostensibly reserved for yachts in transit. Maximum length 15 metres and mazimum draught 2.7 metres. Depths on the pontoons are from 2.5 - 4.0 metres. There are some water and electricity points on the pontoons. Toilets and showers. | There are three pontoons and a quay in the harbour, providing berths for up to 283 vessels, of which 20 are ostensibly reserved for yachts in transit. Maximum length 15 metres and mazimum draught 2.7 metres. Depths on the pontoons are from 2.5 - 4.0 metres. There are some water and electricity points on the pontoons. Toilets and showers. | ||
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None. | None. | ||
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None. | None. | ||
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No fuel station. Some water and electricity points on the pontoons. | No fuel station. Some water and electricity points on the pontoons. | ||
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| - | ===Tourism=== | + | ====Tourism==== |
The town of Amantea, while tolerably picturesque beneath its ruined castle, is some seven miles N. The harbour is in a very remote position and only suitable as an overnight stop in settled weather. | The town of Amantea, while tolerably picturesque beneath its ruined castle, is some seven miles N. The harbour is in a very remote position and only suitable as an overnight stop in settled weather. | ||
| - | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | + | ====Grocery & Supply Stores==== |
* Very little around the harbour. | * Very little around the harbour. | ||
* Good provisions shops in town of Amantea, but seven miles away. | * Good provisions shops in town of Amantea, but seven miles away. | ||
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| - | ===Eateries=== | + | ====Eateries==== |
* Very little near the harbour | * Very little near the harbour | ||
| - | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
None. | None. | ||
| - | ===Laundry=== | + | ====Laundry==== |
None. | None. | ||
| - | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | ====Motorbike & Car Rentals==== |
None. | None. | ||
| - | ===Garbage Disposal=== | + | ====Garbage Disposal==== |
Some bins around the harbour. | Some bins around the harbour. | ||
| - | ===Transportation=== | + | ====Transportation==== |
* SS18 passes the harbour. | * SS18 passes the harbour. | ||
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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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| + | ==Personal Notes== | ||
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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'': | ||
* Data compiled from web research (please update if possible)--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 12:43, 18 December 2010 (UTC) | * Data compiled from web research (please update if possible)--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 12:43, 18 December 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Revision as of 12:52, 24 January 2013
Amantea, Italy
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 Amantea harbour from E - Click for larger view
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The small harbour of Amantea lies on the Calabrian coast of Italy, along the instep of the peninsula, confusingly some seven miles S of the town of the same name. The harbour is only suitable for smaller yachts in view of its shallow depths, tendency to silt and limited space to manoeuvre. It provides a total of 283 berths for vessels of up to 15 metres on its pontoons and quays. Shelter in the harbour is good, although strong winds from W round to SE cause a swell.
Local Weather
Winds along the Tyrrhenian Coast of Italy are generally light in the summer months. The most notable feature is a SW seabreeze that kicks in in late morning and blows at little more than Force 2 - 4 until the evening. Thundery conditions are not infrequent during early Spring and Autumn, and associated winds can sometimes reach gale force and kick up a substantial sea. In winter, gales can blow from both NW and S and entry to and exit from some of the harbours along the coast can become hazardous.
Sources for weather information:
- 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 La Garde (Toulon), Roma and Cagliari (Sardinia)
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1976
- Italian
- 915
- 12
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
In the approach from N, the town of Amantea, dominated by the ruins of a Byzantine castle, is conspicuous. The rough outer breakwater of the small harbour, oriented N/S, is clearly visible on the approach. The harbour is entered from SSE. The entrance is subject to continual silting and has at present (December 2010) reported depths of around 4.0 - 5.0 metres. The deeper water is to the port side of the entrance channel. Entry is difficult and potentially dangerous in strong winds from NW round to SE.
Berthing options
There are three pontoons and a quay in the harbour, providing berths for up to 283 vessels, of which 20 are ostensibly reserved for yachts in transit. Maximum length 15 metres and mazimum draught 2.7 metres. Depths on the pontoons are from 2.5 - 4.0 metres. There are some water and electricity points on the pontoons. Toilets and showers.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
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
Fixed crane (25 T). Hard standing. Engine and electrical repairs.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
No fuel station. Some water and electricity points on the pontoons.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The town of Amantea, while tolerably picturesque beneath its ruined castle, is some seven miles N. The harbour is in a very remote position and only suitable as an overnight stop in settled weather.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Very little around the harbour.
- Good provisions shops in town of Amantea, but seven miles away.
Eateries
- Very little near the harbour
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Some bins around the harbour.
Transportation
- SS18 passes the harbour.
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:
- Data compiled from web research (please update if possible)--Athene of Lymington 12:43, 18 December 2010 (UTC)
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