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== Sant' Agata, Sicily, Italy ==
== Sant' Agata, Sicily, Italy ==
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The harbour of Sant’ Agata lies on the N coast of [[Sicily]], 32 miles E of [[Cefalu]] and 10 miles SW of [[Capo d'Orlando]].  Primarily constructed as a base for the hydrofoils serving the [[Aeolian Islands]], it consists of a long curving breakwater protecting the harbour from winds from NW round to S.  It is completely open to winds from NE round to SE. Two pontoons have been installed inside the breakwater which can accommodate yachts on passage along the N coast of [[Sicily]].
The harbour of Sant’ Agata lies on the N coast of [[Sicily]], 32 miles E of [[Cefalu]] and 10 miles SW of [[Capo d'Orlando]].  Primarily constructed as a base for the hydrofoils serving the [[Aeolian Islands]], it consists of a long curving breakwater protecting the harbour from winds from NW round to S.  It is completely open to winds from NE round to SE. Two pontoons have been installed inside the breakwater which can accommodate yachts on passage along the N coast of [[Sicily]].
==Charts==
==Charts==
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* British Admiralty 1976 - Capo di Bonifati to Capo San Vito
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; British Admiralty
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* Italian chart 916  
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: 1976 - Capo di Bonifati to Capo San Vito
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; Italian
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: 916  
==Radio Nets==
==Radio Nets==
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''
 
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
==Local Weather==
==Local Weather==
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The prevailing wind on the north coast of [[Sicily]] during the summer is a NW seabreeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5.  While infrequent, gales are not unknown during the spring and early summer and send a heavy swell down onto the north coast. In winter, the ''gregale'' is a strong NE wind that can affect the whole of the island and blow for several days.
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The prevailing winds around the Aolian Islands during the summer tend to be from NW or NE, although in calm weather seabreezes can be encountered from any direction blowing onto and between the islands.  While infrequent, gales are not unknown during the spring and early summer and careful forward planning is necessary as there are only two harbours which offer adequate shelter (and even then, not in strong southerlies).   In winter, the ''gregale'' is a strong NE wind that can affect the whole of the island group and blow for several days.
   
   
Sources for weather forecasts:  
Sources for weather forecasts:  
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* There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation.  
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* There is a continuous (computerised voice) weather forecast on VHF 68 - first in Italian and then followed with an English translation.
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* The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16.
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* The same forecast is given in Italian and English on VHF coastal stations following a notification on channel 16  
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* Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari ([[Sardinia]]) and Augusta ([[Sicily]]).  
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* Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari ([[Sardinia]]) and Augusta ([[Sicily]]).
==Approach and Navigation==
==Approach and Navigation==
The long breakwater is visible from some distance off.  Extreme care is needed when entering, especially from W, as hydrofoils leave at speed.  The two yacht pontoons extend E and NNE from the breakwater.
The long breakwater is visible from some distance off.  Extreme care is needed when entering, especially from W, as hydrofoils leave at speed.  The two yacht pontoons extend E and NNE from the breakwater.
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==Berthing options==
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==Berthing Options==
Berth on either pontoon, wherever space is available.  The northernmost pontoon is more suited to larger yachts.  The southernmost pontoon is in shallower water and is operated by Sicilmarine srl and the northernmost by Yachting Management.  There are a total of 110 berths on the two pontoons.  Depths at the berths range from 2.0 to 6.0 metres.  Maximum length 30 metres.   
Berth on either pontoon, wherever space is available.  The northernmost pontoon is more suited to larger yachts.  The southernmost pontoon is in shallower water and is operated by Sicilmarine srl and the northernmost by Yachting Management.  There are a total of 110 berths on the two pontoons.  Depths at the berths range from 2.0 to 6.0 metres.  Maximum length 30 metres.   
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==Offshore Islands and Groups==
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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* [[Aeolian Islands]]
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* [[Ustica]]
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==Marinas & Yacht Clubs==
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*None  
*None  
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==Anchorages==
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===Anchorages===
None.
None.
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==Offshore Islands and Groups==
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* [[Aeolian Islands]]
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* [[Ustica]]
==Yacht Repairs and Services==
==Yacht Repairs and Services==
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Fuel station on the mole (0800 - 2000).  Water and electricity on the pontoons.
Fuel station on the mole (0800 - 2000).  Water and electricity on the pontoons.
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
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==Things to do Ashore==
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===Tourism===
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====Tourism====
List places of interest, tours, etc.
List places of interest, tours, etc.
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===
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====Grocery & Supply Stores====
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* Provisions in the village of Sant’ Agata  di Militello about 1.5 kilometers to the E.
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Provisions in the village of Sant’ Agata  di Militello about 1.5 kilometers to the E.
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===Eateries===
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====Eateries====
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* Restaurants in the village about 1.5 kilometers to the E.
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Restaurants in the village about 1.5 kilometers to the E
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===Internet/WiFi===
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====Internet/WiFi====
Yes (WiFi).
Yes (WiFi).
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===Laundry===
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====Laundry====
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===Motorbike & Car Rentals===
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====Motorbike & Car Rentals====
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===Garbage Disposal===
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====Garbage Disposal====
Bins on the mole.
Bins on the mole.
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===Transportation===
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====Transportation====
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Transportation (local and/or international)
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* Hydrofoils and ferries to the [[Aeolian Islands]].
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*Hydrofoils and ferries to the [[Aeolian Islands]].
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* Trains from Sant’ Agata  di Militello to [[Palermo]].
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*Trains from Sant’ Agata  di Militello to Palermo.
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==Routes/Passages To/From Sant' Agata==
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
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==Cruiser's Friends==
==Cruiser's Friends==
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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==Forum Discussions==
==Forum Discussions==
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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==External Links==
==External Links==
Links to relevant websites.
Links to relevant websites.
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==References & Publications==
==References & Publications==
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Publications, Guides, etc.
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''See [[Italy#References & Publications|Italy]]''.
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==Personal Notes==
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Personal experiences?
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==''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''==
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====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====
''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 compiled from web research (please update if possible)--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 13:13, 17 November 2010 (UTC)
* Information compiled from web research (please update if possible)--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 13:13, 17 November 2010 (UTC)
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Sant' Agata, Sicily, Italy

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The harbour of Sant’ Agata lies on the N coast of Sicily, 32 miles E of Cefalu and 10 miles SW of Capo d'Orlando. Primarily constructed as a base for the hydrofoils serving the Aeolian Islands, it consists of a long curving breakwater protecting the harbour from winds from NW round to S. It is completely open to winds from NE round to SE. Two pontoons have been installed inside the breakwater which can accommodate yachts on passage along the N coast of Sicily.

Charts

British Admiralty
1976 - Capo di Bonifati to Capo San Vito
Italian
916

Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Local Weather

The prevailing winds around the Aolian Islands during the summer tend to be from NW or NE, although in calm weather seabreezes can be encountered from any direction blowing onto and between the islands. While infrequent, gales are not unknown during the spring and early summer and careful forward planning is necessary as there are only two harbours which offer adequate shelter (and even then, not in strong southerlies). In winter, the gregale is a strong NE wind that can affect the whole of the island group and blow for several days.

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).

Approach and Navigation

The long breakwater is visible from some distance off. Extreme care is needed when entering, especially from W, as hydrofoils leave at speed. The two yacht pontoons extend E and NNE from the breakwater.

Berthing Options

Berth on either pontoon, wherever space is available. The northernmost pontoon is more suited to larger yachts. The southernmost pontoon is in shallower water and is operated by Sicilmarine srl and the northernmost by Yachting Management. There are a total of 110 berths on the two pontoons. Depths at the berths range from 2.0 to 6.0 metres. Maximum length 30 metres.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

  • None

Anchorages

None.

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

Slipway. Mobile crane (30 T). Outdoor storage. Engine, electrical and electronic repairs. Wood and fiberglass repairs. Sail repairs. Wi-Fi.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel station on the mole (0800 - 2000). Water and electricity on the pontoons.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

List places of interest, tours, etc.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Provisions in the village of Sant’ Agata di Militello about 1.5 kilometers to the E.

Eateries

Restaurants in the village about 1.5 kilometers to the E

Internet/WiFi

Yes (WiFi).

Laundry

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

Bins on the mole.

Transportation

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 compiled from web research (please update if possible)--Athene of Lymington 13:13, 17 November 2010 (UTC)


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