Porto Torres

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Porto Torres

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40°50.85′N, 08°24.09′E
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The large commercial port of Porto Torres is situated on the N coast of the island of Sardinia, 15 miles WSW of Castelsardo and 10 miles SE of the small harbour of Stintino. A man-made harbour dating back to Roman times, Porto Torres was once the most important port in Sardinia after Cagliari. Today it is a major centre for production of chemicals and an important transport hub for ferries to the S of France and Spain. The commercial harbour is unsuitable for yachts, but the smaller, eastern harbour, where the ferries berth, contains two small basins at its SE end which have been converted into marinas, the Marina di Porto Torres and Marina Cormorano.

Porto Torres from SE. Marina di Porto Torres (right); Marina Cormorana (left) - Click for larger view
Berths in Marina di Porto Torres - Click for larger view

Charts

See Sardinia.

Radio Nets

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Local Weather

See Italy.

Approach and Navigation

The commercial harbour is clearly identifiable from some distance by the industrial development that surrounds it. The smaller, eastern harbour where yachts berth is entered from NE at World icon.png 40°50.82′N, 08°24.00′E between a long curving W breakwater and a shorter E one, keeping a careful watch for ferries leaving at speed. Depths in the entrance are 7.0 - 8.0 metres. On entry, turn to port and follow the line of the E breakwater, which leads to the inner basins where the marinas are situated.

Berthing Options

There are two berthing options, the two marinas in the inner basins. The N basin contains the marina of Marina di Porto Torres, which the S one hosts the smaller marina of Marina Cormorano. The commercial harbour is unsuitable for yachts.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

  • Marina di Porto Torres offers around 200 berths for yachts up to 40 metres and maximum draft of 4.5 metres. Berths are stern or bows-to on five pontoons. Water and electricity at all berths. Lift out is possible for vessels up to 25T. Most repairs possible. Call on VHF channel 74.
  • Marina Cormorano offers around 150 berths for yachts up to 35 metres and maximum draft of 4.0 metres. Berths are stern or bows-to on two long pontoons. Water and electricity at all berths. Wifi. Café/bar. Toilets and showers. ATM/cashpoint. Call on VHF channel 74. Telephone: +39 079 512290. Fax: +39 079 515250. Email. Website.

Anchorages

List details of all safe anchorages in the area.

Offshore Islands and Groups

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

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

Repairs/Yards

  • Lift out facilities and most repairs possible at Marina di Porto Torres.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel, water and electricity in the marinas.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

The 11the century Basilico of San Gavino in the town is the largest Romanesque church in Sardinia. Much of the interior was constructed using materials from ancient Roman temples, including most of the columns. In the crypt are several fine Roman sarcophagi. There are also a number of Neolithic and nuraghic remains within easy reach of Porto Torres. [[Image:BasilicaSanGavino.jpg|345px|thumb|right| Basilica San Gavino - Click for larger view

Grocery & Supply Stores

  • Supermarket and other provisions in the town.

Eateries

  • Numerous restaurants and pizzerias in the town.

Internet/WiFi

None.

Laundry

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Rental outlets in the town

Garbage Disposal

Bins in the marina.

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

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External Links

Links to relevant websites.

References & Publications

Also see Italy.

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?

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