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Formia, Italy
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The harbour of Formia lies three miles NE of the peninsula of Gaeta on the Tyrrhenian coast of Italy. A well-known harbour and resort during the Roman era, it was the supposed site of the martyrdom of St Erasmus (or St Elmo), the patron saint of sailors, during the reign of the Roman emperor Diocletian. Outside the town on the route of the ancient Via Appia is a tomb reputed to be that of the famous Roman jurist and orator Marcus Tullius Cicero, who was assassinated in his villa here in 43 BC. Formia was badly damaged during the Battle of Anzio in World War II and the harbour area has been substantially rebuilt since then. The harbour contains a series of pontoons normally fully occupied by local yachts, but a yacht in transit can anchor moor to the breakwater in good shelter (although strong SE winds cause a surge).
Charts
- British Admiralty 1911
- Italian charts 914, 9, 78, 82
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
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 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 many 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).
The rocky promontory of Gaeta, three miles SW of the harbour, is conspicuous from some distance. Closer in, a mediaeval tower to the E of the harbour and the harbour breakwater are evident. The harbour is entered from ENE between the long outer breakwater and a short eastern mole.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
A series of pontoons have been installed in the NW corner of the harbour. However, these are private and invariably filled with local boats. Visiting yachts normally have to berth on the inside of the E mole, where there are depths of around 3.0 metres at the root and 5.0 metres at the end. You will need to use your anchor here to go stern or bows-to the quay. There are no facilities on the mole.
Offshore Islands and Groups
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None. Anchorage is forbidden in the harbour.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Boatyard W of the harbour. Hard standing. Slipway. Crane (20 T). Most engine, electrical and electronic repairs. Wood and fiberglass hull repairs. Divers.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel station on the quay. No other facilities.
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
There are few traces of Formia’s former glories that remain today, following the attentions of the Allies during World War II. The Roman tower tomb outside the town, reputed to be that of the famous Roman statesman Marcus Tullius Cicero, is worth a visit. In the town there are the remains of a first century BC Roman cistern, reputedly one of the largest ever discovered.
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Grocery & Supply Stores
- Provisions shops in the town, a few minutes walk away.
Eateries
- Numerous restaurants and pizzerias in the town.
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Bins close to the harbour.
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
- Buses to Rome.
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
Publications, Guides, etc.
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 17:04, 10 December 2010 (UTC)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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