Porto Azzurro
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Porto Azzurro (Port of entry), Elba, Italy
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The harbour of Porto Azzuro is situated at end of a long inlet on the SE side of Elba, dominated by a 17th century fort built during the Spanish occupation of the area. The harbour is very picturesque and in consequence is very busy with tourists during the season. Yacht berths are also at a premium during the busy months of July and August and it may be necessary to anchor on arrival and wait for a berth to become available. It is quite an experience to eat at one of the three restaurants built out on stilts over the water within a few metres of the yacht pontoons.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1999 - Livorno to Civitavecchia
- Italian
- 193
Weather
The bay of Porto Azzuro is well sheltered, although a SE sea breeze sets in during the summer and can send a slight swell into the harbour and anchorages.
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.
The 17th century fort on the peninsula is conspicuous on the approach. The west side of the harbour is filled with small craft moorings.
Entrance
Porto Azzurro is a Port of entry to/from Italy.
Berthing
Visiting yachts usually berth on the outside of the long T-pontoon. Depths range from 2.5 - 6.0 metres. The yacht pontoon is operated by Brokers Mediterranean, who may or may not respond on VHF channel 09. However, there are usually one or two ormeggiatori (mooring staff) on hand to direct you to a berth (or shoo you away if they are full). The pontoons can accommodate around 200 yachts, and 25 places are ostensibly reserved for visitors. During the season, it is wise to arrive early. Even then, you may need to anchor off and wait for a berth to become available.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
Cala di Mola
Barbarossa Bay
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
None.
Repairs/Yards
Travel lift (200 tonnes). Mobile crane (4 tonnes). Some engine and electronic repair facilities.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel station on the jetty (0800 - 1930 summer; 0730 - 1230 and 1500 - 1900 winter). Water and electricity available on the pontoon (a charge may be made).
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Apart from exploring the town, there are some good walks up to the citadel and around the bay. The mountain village of Capoliveri about four kilometers to the SW is also worth a visit.
 ’Stilt’ restaurants of Porto Azzuro |
 The mountain village of Capoliveri |
 Vineyards near Porto Azzuro |
Grocery & Supply Stores
Supermarket and other grocery shops in the town.
Eateries
- The restaurants on stilts, while rather touristy, are fun and the food is surprisingly good
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Rental outlets in the town.
Garbage Disposal
Bins at the root of the T-pontoon.
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
- Porto Azzurro at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See Italy.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Porto Azzurro and this page's details validated:
- June 2003 --Athene of Lymington 14:35, 4 August 2010 (UTC)
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