Ognina (Porto Ulisse)
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== Ognina (Porto Ulisse), Sicily, Italy == | == Ognina (Porto Ulisse), Sicily, Italy == | ||
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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | {{Small info}} ''Click links for more information'' | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | {{Small info}} ''Click links for more information'' | ||
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| [http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=37.526167&lon=15.121667&scale=24000&zoom=50&type=1 Local chartlet] | | [http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=37.526167&lon=15.121667&scale=24000&zoom=50&type=1 Local chartlet] | ||
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| - | + | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | [[Image:PortoUlisse.jpg|350px]]Porto Ulisse at Ognina - ''Click for larger view'' | |
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'''Ognina''' is a natural inlet three miles north of [[Catania]] and 10 miles south of [[Stazzo]] in [[Sicily]]. A breakwater has been built out from the southern shore creating a small harbour that is usually full to bursting at most times of year. A series of pontoons provides berths for up to 500 vessels. In practice, however, virtually all of these are taken by small power boats and the quay inside the breakwater is similarly occupied by fishing boats. | '''Ognina''' is a natural inlet three miles north of [[Catania]] and 10 miles south of [[Stazzo]] in [[Sicily]]. A breakwater has been built out from the southern shore creating a small harbour that is usually full to bursting at most times of year. A series of pontoons provides berths for up to 500 vessels. In practice, however, virtually all of these are taken by small power boats and the quay inside the breakwater is similarly occupied by fishing boats. | ||
==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
| - | Admiralty | + | ; Admiralty |
| - | + | : 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne | |
| - | Italian | + | : 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina |
| + | ; Italian | ||
| + | : 918 | ||
==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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| + | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
==Local Weather== | ==Local Weather== | ||
| - | Prevailing winds | + | Prevailing winds in the Straits during the summer are from N or NW. Southerly winds are more common in the spring and winter. In unsettled weather the Straits can be subject to very strong gusts off the land which, combined with the strong currents, can make passage dangerous for smaller yachts. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds. |
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| - | Sources for weather forecasts: | + | 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. | * 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 | + | * 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) | + | * Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari ([[Sardinia]]) and Augusta ([[Sicily]]) |
==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
The harbour is difficult to spot even in clear conditions. A red navigation beacon on the end of the breakwater and the apartment blocks around the harbour are conspicuous once close in. | The harbour is difficult to spot even in clear conditions. A red navigation beacon on the end of the breakwater and the apartment blocks around the harbour are conspicuous once close in. | ||
| - | ==Berthing | + | ==Berthing Options== |
Although there are technically 500 berths in the harbour, usually the only place it is possible for a yacht to moor is on the inside of the breakwater. Often this space is fully occupied with fishing boats. Porto Ulisse is a harbour where you either squeeze in wherever you can or move on. | Although there are technically 500 berths in the harbour, usually the only place it is possible for a yacht to moor is on the inside of the breakwater. Often this space is fully occupied with fishing boats. Porto Ulisse is a harbour where you either squeeze in wherever you can or move on. | ||
| - | == | + | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== |
None. | None. | ||
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None. | None. | ||
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| + | ==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ||
| + | None. | ||
==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ||
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Fuel station in the harbour. Water and electricity on the pontoons (but probably inaccessible to a yacht). Some water points on the quay. | Fuel station in the harbour. Water and electricity on the pontoons (but probably inaccessible to a yacht). Some water points on the quay. | ||
| - | == | + | ==Things to do Ashore== |
| - | ===Tourism=== | + | ====Tourism==== |
Ognina is a suburb of Catania and a busy residential area, but not really a tourist destination in its own right. | Ognina is a suburb of Catania and a busy residential area, but not really a tourist destination in its own right. | ||
| - | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | + | ====Grocery & Supply Stores==== |
Limited provisions. | Limited provisions. | ||
| - | ===Eateries=== | + | ====Eateries==== |
Restaurants around the harbour. | Restaurants around the harbour. | ||
| - | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
No. | No. | ||
| - | ===Laundry=== | + | ====Laundry==== |
None. | None. | ||
| - | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | |
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| - | ===Garbage Disposal=== | + | ====Garbage Disposal==== |
Bins around the harbour. | Bins around the harbour. | ||
| - | ===Transportation=== | + | ====Transportation==== |
Transportation (local and/or international) | Transportation (local and/or international) | ||
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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== | ||
| + | Personal experiences? | ||
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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'': | ||
* Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 13:44, 17 August 2010 (UTC) | * Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 13:44, 17 August 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Revision as of 15:36, 28 January 2013
Ognina (Porto Ulisse), Sicily, Italy
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 Porto Ulisse at Ognina - Click for larger view
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Ognina is a natural inlet three miles north of Catania and 10 miles south of Stazzo in Sicily. A breakwater has been built out from the southern shore creating a small harbour that is usually full to bursting at most times of year. A series of pontoons provides berths for up to 500 vessels. In practice, however, virtually all of these are taken by small power boats and the quay inside the breakwater is similarly occupied by fishing boats.
Charts
- Admiralty
- 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne
- 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina
- Italian
- 918
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Local Weather
Prevailing winds in the Straits during the summer are from N or NW. Southerly winds are more common in the spring and winter. In unsettled weather the Straits can be subject to very strong gusts off the land which, combined with the strong currents, can make passage dangerous for smaller yachts. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds.
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)
The harbour is difficult to spot even in clear conditions. A red navigation beacon on the end of the breakwater and the apartment blocks around the harbour are conspicuous once close in.
Berthing Options
Although there are technically 500 berths in the harbour, usually the only place it is possible for a yacht to moor is on the inside of the breakwater. Often this space is fully occupied with fishing boats. Porto Ulisse is a harbour where you either squeeze in wherever you can or move on.
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
Mobile crane (30T). Fixed crane (5T). Limited engine and hull repairs.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel station in the harbour. Water and electricity on the pontoons (but probably inaccessible to a yacht). Some water points on the quay.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Ognina is a suburb of Catania and a busy residential area, but not really a tourist destination in its own right.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Limited provisions.
Eateries
Restaurants around the harbour.
Internet/WiFi
No.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Bins around the harbour.
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
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:
- Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --Athene of Lymington 13:44, 17 August 2010 (UTC)
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