Marciana Marina
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Marciana Marina is situated on the NW coast of Elba, some eight miles west of Portoferraio. It is a useful point at which to break a passage from Bastia in Corsica to Portoferraio. The harbour is protected by a long breakwater, along which there are yacht berths. The breakwater encloses a large T-pontoon with more berths. The town is a good base for exploring the mountainous interior of the island or for ascending on the cable car to Monte Capanne.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1999 - Livorno to Civitavecchia
- Italian
- 193
Weather
Shelter is good in the harbour in the prevailing winds. However, strong winds with anything east in them cause an unpleasant swell. The harbour would probably become untenable in very strong easterlies.
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)
Passages
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Islands
None.
Communication
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
No hazards in the approach. The breakwater can be difficult to see on the approach from west, but the prominent tower at its root is a good landmark. Depths in the harbour range from 2.0 - 8.0 metres; along the breakwater from 4.0 - 8.0 metres.
Berthing
There is a pontoon at the extremity of the breakwater and another T-pontoon in the harbour. Both have laid moorings, which are administered by the Circulo della Vela Marciana Marina (call on VHF channel 09 or telephone +39 0565 99027 or e-mail: [email protected]). There are usually club staff in attendance to advise on mooring. Alternatively, anchor moor on the quay at the root of the breakwater, taking care to avoid the numerous mooring chains. The bottom is mud and mostly good holding.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
Golfo di Procchi
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Mobile crane (50T). Some electrical and engine repairs.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel at the root of the small jetty NW of the T-pontoon (but very shallow water). Water and electricity are available at the club moorings.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
A trip inland to the picturesque mountain villages of Poggio and Marciana is worthwhile. The peak of Monte Capanne can be reached via a cable car system (the small cages used are not for those of a nervous disposition!).
Grocery & Supply Stores
Good shopping in the town.
Eateries
Numerous restaurants and cafes along the harbour and inland.
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Bins around the harbour.
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
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
- Marciana Marina at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See Italy.
Comments
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Date of member's last visit to Marciana Marina and this page's details validated:
- June 2003 --Athene of Lymington 16:09, 4 August 2010 (UTC)
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