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==La Spezia, Italy==
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| summary= The port of La Spezia, lying at the head of the gulf of the same name, is one of Italy’s most important naval and commercial harbours.  While there is little in the town to make it an essential tourist destination, its good transport links, wide choice of  mooring arrangements and excellent range of boatyards make it a useful port of call for yachtsmen planning a quick trip home, making a crew change or undertaking repairs/refitting. Mooring options include the two marinas of [[Marina del Fezzano]] and [[Porto Lotti]] on the western and eastern outskirts of the town respectively and, in the Porto Mercantile (commercial harbour) close to the town centre, the new, exclusive (and expensive) marina of [[Porto Mirabello]]; the older marina of [[Marina Assonautica]] and the specialist catamaran pontoon of [[CAT Sardinia]].  Other options, especially if you are having work done, include the three yards of Cantiere Valdettano,  Navalmare and Cantieri Navali di La Spezia.
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The port of La Spezia, lying at the head of the gulf of the same name, is one of Italy’s most important naval and commercial harbours.  While there is little in the town to make it an essential tourist destination, its good transport links, wide choice of  mooring arrangements and excellent range of boatyards make it a useful port of call for yachtsmen planning a quick trip home, making a crew change or undertaking repairs/refitting. Mooring options include the two marinas of [[Marina del Fezzano]] and [[Porto Lotti]] on the western and eastern outskirts of the town respectively and, in the Porto Mercantile (commercial harbour) close to the town centre, the new, exclusive (and expensive) marina of [[Porto Mirabello]]; the older marina of [[Marina Assonautica]] and the specialist catamaran pontoon of [[CAT Sardinia]].  Other options, especially if you are having work done, include the three yards of Cantiere Valdettano,  Navalmare and Cantieri Navali di La Spezia.
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==Charts==
==Charts==
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British Admiralty 1998 - Nice to Livorno  
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==Local Weather==
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==Weather==
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The prevailing winds along the eastern part of the Ligurian coast during the summer are a W or NW seabreeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5.  While infrequent, gales are not unknown during the spring and early summer and are typically caused by depressions further west in the Golfe du Lion which bring strong N winds as they move further E. In winter, the ''tramontana'', a strong N wind off the Alps, is more frequent, although the ''libecchio'' is a strong SW wind that can affect the whole of the Ligurian coast and blow for several days, causing heavy seas.  
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The prevailing winds along the eastern part of the Ligurian coast during the summer are a W or NW seabreeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5.  While infrequent, gales are not unknown during the spring and early summer and are typically caused by depressions further west in the Golfe du Lion which bring strong N winds as they move further E. In winter, the ''tramontana'', a strong N wind off the Alps, is more frequent, although the ''libecchio'' is a strong SW wind that can affect the whole of the Ligurian coast and blow for several days, causing heavy seas.
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Sources for weather forecasts:  
Sources for weather forecasts:  
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* There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation.
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* There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation  
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* The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16.
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* The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16
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* Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at La Garde (Toulon), Roma and Cagliari (Sardinia).
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* Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at La Garde (Toulon), Roma and Cagliari ([[Sardinia]])
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==Approach and Navigation==
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For the Porto Mercantile (commercial harbour), a yacht should pass either E or W of the long breakwater at the entrance to the gulf, the Diga Foranea, and steer for a group of three chimneys with alternating red and white bands, which lie directly behind the port.  The Porto Mercantile lies immediately N of the long breakwaters of the naval harbour to the W.  For the approaches to the marinas, see the separate marina entries.
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==
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==Passages==
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''See [[Mediterranean#Mediterranean_Passages|Mediterranean]]''.
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==Offshore Islands and Groups==
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==Islands==
* Isola Palmaria
* Isola Palmaria
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* Isola Tino  
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==Navigation==
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For the Porto Mercantile (commercial harbour), a yacht should pass either E or W of the long breakwater at the entrance to the gulf, the Diga Foranea, and steer for a group of three chimneys with alternating red and white bands, which lie directly behind the port.  The Porto Mercantile lies immediately N of the long breakwaters of the naval harbour to the W.  For the approaches to the marinas, see the separate marina entries.
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==Entrance==
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[[{{PAGENAME}}]] is a port of entry for Italy. For details ''see [[Italy#Entrance|Entrance: Italy]]''.
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==Berthing==
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Yacht avoid the Porto Mercantile (commercial harbour) and use one of the marinas.
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
* [[Marina del Fezzano]]  
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* [[Porto Lotti]]
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A yacht can anchor off in the bay of Le Grazie in 9.0 - 10.0 metres.  The holding is good in mud and sand. Alternatively, anchor at Isola Palmaria in one of the bays on the N or E coast of the island, depending on wind direction.  The bay of [[Lerici]] offers good shelter in easterly winds.
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* The bay of [[Lerici#Anchorages|Lerici]] offers good shelter in easterly winds.
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==Amenities==
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
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La Spezia is not the most attractive of towns, but is still worth a day to explore.  The pedestrianised Via del Prione in the old town takes its name from the pietrone or large stone, from where public announcements were once read.  The Museo Amedeo Lia, an art gallery in a restored 17th century convent, contains a wonderful range of works by Italian master such as Tintoretto, Titian and Veronese.  The 14th century Castello di San Giorgio contains an archaeological museum.  Of particular interest to yachtsmen is the Museu Tecnico Navale, one of Italy’s most important naval museums, which contains figureheads from ships of the 15th - 17th centuries, ship models of all periods and mementoes of Italy’s 20the century naval exploits.
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|Toilets| In all [[#Marinas & Yacht Clubs|marinas]] '''except''' in [[CAT Sardinia]]
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|Fuel| In [[Porto Lotti]] and [[Porto Mirabello]]
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|Chandlers| In [[Porto Lotti]] and [[Porto Mirabello]]
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* Navalmare (''download: [http://www.navalmare.it/upl/modules/article/attachs/20100205112629153.pdf PDF] for details'')
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* Cantieri Navali di La Spezia (''[http://www.cnlaspezia.com/index_eng.php PDF] for details'')
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|Internet| WiFi in [[Porto Lotti]] and [[Porto Mirabello]]
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Bins at all marinas.
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==Eating out==
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* Numerous restaurants and bars on the waterfront and in the town
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* Restaurant in [[Porto Lotti]], [[Porto Mirabello]]
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* Bar in [[Marina del Fezzano]], [[Porto Lotti]], [[Porto Mirabello]]
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==Tourism==
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La Spezia is not the most attractive of towns, but is still worth a day to explore.  The pedestrianised Via del Prione in the old town takes its name from the pietrone or large stone, from where public announcements were once read.  The Museo Amedeo Lia, an art gallery in a restored 17th century convent, contains a wonderful range of works by Italian master such as Tintoretto, Titian and Veronese.  The 14th century Castello di San Giorgio contains an archaeological museum.  Of particular interest to yachtsmen is the Museu Tecnico Navale, one of Italy’s most important naval museums, which contains figureheads from ships of the 15th - 17th centuries, ship models of all periods and mementoes of Italy’s 20the century naval exploits.
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==Friends==
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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La Spezia
Port of Entry
44°06.000'N, 009°50.500'E Chart icon.png
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The Porto Mercantile (showing Marina Assonautica but prior to the construction of Porto Mirabello SE of the artificial island)

The port of La Spezia, lying at the head of the gulf of the same name, is one of Italy’s most important naval and commercial harbours. While there is little in the town to make it an essential tourist destination, its good transport links, wide choice of mooring arrangements and excellent range of boatyards make it a useful port of call for yachtsmen planning a quick trip home, making a crew change or undertaking repairs/refitting. Mooring options include the two marinas of Marina del Fezzano and Porto Lotti on the western and eastern outskirts of the town respectively and, in the Porto Mercantile (commercial harbour) close to the town centre, the new, exclusive (and expensive) marina of Porto Mirabello; the older marina of Marina Assonautica and the specialist catamaran pontoon of CAT Sardinia. Other options, especially if you are having work done, include the three yards of Cantiere Valdettano, Navalmare and Cantieri Navali di La Spezia.

Charts

British Admiralty
1998 - Nice to Livorno
Italian
909
115
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Weather

The prevailing winds along the eastern part of the Ligurian coast during the summer are a W or NW seabreeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5. While infrequent, gales are not unknown during the spring and early summer and are typically caused by depressions further west in the Golfe du Lion which bring strong N winds as they move further E. In winter, the tramontana, a strong N wind off the Alps, is more frequent, although the libecchio is a strong SW wind that can affect the whole of the Ligurian coast and blow for several days, causing heavy seas.

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 La Garde (Toulon), Roma and Cagliari (Sardinia)

Passages

See Mediterranean.

Islands

  • Isola Palmaria
  • Isola Tino

Navigation

For the Porto Mercantile (commercial harbour), a yacht should pass either E or W of the long breakwater at the entrance to the gulf, the Diga Foranea, and steer for a group of three chimneys with alternating red and white bands, which lie directly behind the port. The Porto Mercantile lies immediately N of the long breakwaters of the naval harbour to the W. For the approaches to the marinas, see the separate marina entries.

Entrance

La Spezia is a port of entry for Italy. For details see Entrance: Italy.

Berthing

Yacht avoid the Porto Mercantile (commercial harbour) and use one of the marinas.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Anchorages

Bay of Le Grazie

Bay of Le Grazie/wiki/La_Spezia#Bay_of_Le_Grazie
Anchorage icon Bay of Le Grazie [[La Spezia#Bay of Le Grazie|Bay of Le Grazie]] 44°05.311'N, 009°51.231'E
A yacht can anchor off in the Bay of Le Grazie in 9.0 - 10.0 metres. The holding is good in mud and sand.

Isola Palmaria

Isola Palmaria/wiki/La_Spezia#Isola_Palmaria
Anchorage icon Isola Palmaria [[La Spezia#Isola Palmaria|Isola Palmaria]] 44°02.786'N, 009°51.311'E
Anchor at Isola Palmaria in one of the bays on the N or E coast of the island, depending on wind direction.
  • The bay of Lerici offers good shelter in easterly winds.

Amenities

Facilities
Water In all marinas
Electricity In all marinas
Toilets In all marinas except in CAT Sardinia
Showers In all marinas except in CAT Sardinia
Laundry In Porto Lotti
Garbage Bins at all marinas
Supplies
Fuel In Porto Lotti and Porto Mirabello
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers In Porto Lotti and Porto Mirabello
Services
Repairs
  • Cantiere Valdettano in Marina del Fezzano)
  • Navalmare (download: PDF for details)
  • Cantieri Navali di La Spezia (PDF for details)
Internet WiFi in Porto Lotti and Porto Mirabello
Mobile connectivity ?
Vehicle rentals In Porto Mirabello

Provisioning

Eating out

Transportation

  • Direct trains to Rome, Genoa and Pisa
  • Airports at Genoa and Pisa

Tourism

La Spezia is not the most attractive of towns, but is still worth a day to explore. The pedestrianised Via del Prione in the old town takes its name from the pietrone or large stone, from where public announcements were once read. The Museo Amedeo Lia, an art gallery in a restored 17th century convent, contains a wonderful range of works by Italian master such as Tintoretto, Titian and Veronese. The 14th century Castello di San Giorgio contains an archaeological museum. Of particular interest to yachtsmen is the Museu Tecnico Navale, one of Italy’s most important naval museums, which contains figureheads from ships of the 15th - 17th centuries, ship models of all periods and mementoes of Italy’s 20the century naval exploits.

Via Prione in the old town
The Museu Tecnico Navale
The Castello San Giorgio

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

References

See Italy.

Comments

We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.

Verified by

Date of member's last visit to La Spezia and this page's details validated:

  • Data compiled from web research (please update if possible)--Athene of Lymington 16:09, 1 December 2010 (UTC)

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