Porto Corallo

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Porto Corallo, Sardinia

Porto Corallo is a purpose-built marina situated at the town of Villaputzu on the SE coast of Sardinia, about 45 miles north by sea from Cagliari. The town itself is not particularly attractive, but its marina offers a useful stopping-off point en route along the east coast of the island.

Charts

See Sardinia.

Weather

See Italy - weather.

Passages

Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Islands

None

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

Navigation

If approaching from the south, beware of shallows extending some 250 metres from the coast. From the north, acquaint yourself with the schedule of firing from the range at Capo Lorenzo unless you want the Italian army to use you for target practice! The marina is entered from due south.

Berthing

Berthing

is in the marina of Porto Corallo.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

The marina of Porto Corallo offers 380 berths, with water and electricity on the pontoons. Maximum length 20m. Depths in the marina: 3.5 - 5.0 metres. WCs, slipway and travel lift (50T).

Call the marina on VHF channel 09 prior to entering. Telephone: +39 (0)392 38334; E-mail; Opening hours (summer): 0830-1300 and 1500-1900.

Anchorages

The nearest safe anchorage is off the beach at Quirra, about three miles to the north of the marina.

Yacht Repairs and Services

Limited engine and electrical repairs.

Marine Stores

Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.

Repairs/Yards

Limited.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Water and electricity in the marina. Fuel berth.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

Little of interest ashore (unless you can update!).

Grocery & Supply Stores

Very limited at the marina. The town of Villaputzu has more, but is around four miles inland.

Eateries

Pizzeria at the marina. Other restaurants in Villaputzu, four miles inland.

Internet/WiFi

None.

Laundry

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

Bins at the marina.

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

Links to relevant websites.

References & Publications

See Italy.

Comments

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Verified by

Date of member's last visit to Porto Corallo and this page's details validated:

• May 2003 --Atheneoflymington 15:30, 24 February 2010 (UTC)

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