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Porto-Vecchio, Corsica
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Background
The town and harbour of Port-Vecchio is situated about 25 miles north of Bonifacio on the south east coast of Corsica. Originally a Roman and later a Genoese port, the region acquired a bad reputation as unhealthy in view of the incidence of malaria caused by the surrounding marshes, which were not drained until the middle of the 20th century. In spite of this, the area has always been an important sea salt producer, a trade which still thrives today. With the draining of the marshes came tourism, with beach bunnies from all over Europe flocking to the superb beaches south of the town. The town itself, which retains much of its former fortifications, is attractive and the area around Place de la Republique has some charming old buildings overlooking its narrow streets. Port-Vecchio is also a good base for exploring some of the surrounding prehistoric sites such as Casteddu d'Araghju. The small harbour contains a well-sheltered marina close under the old town on the heights above.
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Weather
The Gulf of Porto Vecchio is well-sheltered in terms of sea-swell, but winds can funnel up and down the Gulf between the high land on either side. Equally, winds in the Gulf are not necessarily a good indicator of the winds out at sea.
Sources for Weather forecasts:
The harbour is at the end of the four mile long Gulf of Porto-Vecchio, which is entered between the lighthouses of Punta Chiappa and Punta San Ciprianu. There is also an isolated rock in the entrance to the Gulf, Rocher Pecorella, which should be passed to the south. The Gulf bends to the south after about three miles and the harbour is a further two miles at the end of the inlet, below the old town - which is very conspicuous. The gulf can be quite a windy spot with winds funnelling up or down the inlet.
Check-in facilities
Call on VHF channel 09 or telephone the harbour office on +33 (0)495 701793.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
The marina at Porto-Vecchio has a total of 450 berths, of which 140 are designated for visitors. There is water and electricity on the quays and the concrete pontoons and a toilet and shower block. There is also a slipway with a 50T crane and a chandlery close to the harbour. Washing machines are available in the harbour office.
Anchorages
There are several bays around the Gulf of Porto-Vecchio where a yacht may find shelter, depending on the prevailing wind direction. Winds in the Gulf can, however, swing unexpectedly and it may be necessary to re-anchor to avoid being caught on a lee shore. Yachts frequently anchor to the north of the marina, although it is often quite choppy here in the afternoon sea breeze. Just north of the Gulf of Porto-Vecchio is the wonderful anchorage of San Ciprianu, in a lovely sandy bay with crystal clear water. The water is so clear here, you can see your anchor dug in in five metres and more.
Offshore Islands
The Iles Cerbicales are three miles south of the entrance to the Gulf of Porto-Vecchio (details needed).
Tourism & things to do ashore
The town, built on a steep hill above the harbour and enclosed by powerful fortifications, is very picturesque when not over-run with tourists. Its compact grid of narrow, cobbled streets leads onto the main square, Place de la Republique, ringed with lively bars and cafes where one can people-watch the day away. Some of the defensive bastions remain, and there are splendid views from them down over the harbour and the salt marshes inland. The Genoese Gate facing the harbour gives onto a wonderful prospect of the harbour, sea, and the surrounding mountains. Lining the old city wall here is a row of restaurants (and an excellent pizzeria) with unbeatable views over the Gulf of Porto-Vecchio. Around five kilometers north of Porto-Vecchio harbour is the little village of Araghju. The attraction here is the stunningly sited Bronze Age fortification of Casteddu d'Araghju, a 20 minute steep climb up a rough track from the village. The site is one of the best preserved of its kind on the island, with walls in some places as high as four metres.
 Casteddu d'Araghju |
 Entrance, Casteddu d'Araghju |
 View from Casteddu d'Araghju |
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Water and electricity in the marina. There is also a fuel berth.
Laundry
Grocery & Supply Stores
Good supermarket and other shops up in the town, a steep 15 minute walk from the harbour.
Eateries
- Le Bistrot du Port was excellent in 2003 (carpaccio of raw fish and magret de canard). - s/y Athene of Lymington.
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Marine Stores & Facilities
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs
Limited repairs.
Garbage Disposal
Bins behind the marina.
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
References & Publications
Publications, Guides, 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.
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:
- June 2003 --Atheneoflymington 18:55, 24 January 2010 (UTC)
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