Torre Grande
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| - | |}{{TOCleft}}The settlement of Torre Grande is situated at the N end of the Gulf of Oristano on the W coast of [[Sardinia]], 45 miles S of [[Alghero]] and a similar distance N of [[Portoscuso]]. A mile W of the settlement, at the entrance to a large brackish lagoon, Stagno di Cabras, is a marina, the '''Porto Turistico di Torre Grande''', which has around 400 berths for yachts ostensibly up to 30 metres. However, the marina habitually silts and depths are frequently little more than 2.0 metres, so it is only suitable for shoal draft yachts and entry is only possible in settled weather and never in southerly winds. | + | |} {{TOCleft}} |
| - | + | The settlement of Torre Grande is situated at the N end of the Gulf of Oristano on the W coast of [[Sardinia]], 45 miles S of [[Alghero]] and a similar distance N of [[Portoscuso]]. A mile W of the settlement, at the entrance to a large brackish lagoon, Stagno di Cabras, is a marina, the '''Porto Turistico di Torre Grande''', which has around 400 berths for yachts ostensibly up to 30 metres. However, the marina habitually silts and depths are frequently little more than 2.0 metres, so it is only suitable for shoal draft yachts and entry is only possible in settled weather and never in southerly winds. | |
| + | {{Image right| TorreGrandeMarina.jpg| The Porto Turistico from the W - ''Click for larger view''}} | ||
==Local Weather== | ==Local Weather== | ||
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====Tourism==== | ====Tourism==== | ||
The settlement of Torre Grande is not particularly attractive. However, the lagoon inland from the marina, Stagno di Cabras, is rich in birdlife and is one of the most important wetlands in [[Sardinia]]. The ruins of Tharros, a city founded by Phoenicians in the 8th century BC and later occupied by the Carthaginians and Romans, are well worth a visit. | The settlement of Torre Grande is not particularly attractive. However, the lagoon inland from the marina, Stagno di Cabras, is rich in birdlife and is one of the most important wetlands in [[Sardinia]]. The ruins of Tharros, a city founded by Phoenicians in the 8th century BC and later occupied by the Carthaginians and Romans, are well worth a visit. | ||
| - | + | {{Image right| TharrosAnchorage.jpg| The anchorage off Tharros - ''Click for larger view''}} | |
====Grocery & Supply Stores==== | ====Grocery & Supply Stores==== | ||
| - | + | Supermarkets and other provisions in the town. | |
====Eateries==== | ====Eateries==== | ||
| - | + | Numerous restaurants and pizzerias in the town. | |
====Internet/WiFi==== | ====Internet/WiFi==== | ||
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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== | ||
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') | ||
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
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==References & Publications== | ==References & Publications== | ||
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Personal experiences? | Personal experiences? | ||
* We made three attempts to enter the Porto Turistico di Torre Grande and grounded each time. ''Athene of Lymington'' draws 1.83 metres. -- [[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] | * We made three attempts to enter the Porto Turistico di Torre Grande and grounded each time. ''Athene of Lymington'' draws 1.83 metres. -- [[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] | ||
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====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)==== | ====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'': | ||
* May 2003 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Atheneoflymington]] 17:16, 10 February 2010 (UTC) | * May 2003 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Atheneoflymington]] 17:16, 10 February 2010 (UTC) | ||
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The settlement of Torre Grande is situated at the N end of the Gulf of Oristano on the W coast of Sardinia, 45 miles S of Alghero and a similar distance N of Portoscuso. A mile W of the settlement, at the entrance to a large brackish lagoon, Stagno di Cabras, is a marina, the Porto Turistico di Torre Grande, which has around 400 berths for yachts ostensibly up to 30 metres. However, the marina habitually silts and depths are frequently little more than 2.0 metres, so it is only suitable for shoal draft yachts and entry is only possible in settled weather and never in southerly winds.
Local Weather
See Italy.
Charts
See Sardinia
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The breakwaters of the marina are clearly identifiable on the E side of the channel leading to Stagno di Cabras. The marina is entered from E around the end of the long breakwater that protects it from S. Yellow buoys (lit at night) indicate the deepest water. However, depths cannot be relied on and it is unwise to attempt to enter with a yacht of over 1.5 metre draft.
Berthing Options
There is only one berthing option, the Porto Turistico di Torre Grande.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Porto Turistico di Torre Grande offers around 400 berths for yachts up to 30 metres and maximum draft of 2.0 metres (but see above). Berths are stern or bows-to on a series of pontoons and associated quays. Water and electricity at all berths. Toilets and showers. Travel lift (65T) and mobile crane (25T). Most repairs possible. Call marina on VHF channel 09.
Anchorages
- In N winds, it is possible to anchor off the beach to the E of the marina in 3.0 - 4.0 metres. The holding is good in sand.
- In settled conditions, it is also possible to anchor off the ruins of the ancient Punic settlement at Tharros two miles SW of the marina, on the E side of the Sinis Peninsula that encloses the Gulf of Oristano. This anchorage now (2013) has some mooring bouys to help protect the eelgrass, no charge was made for these and it is preferred that they are used if staying overnight. The anchorage makes a useful break on a trip south from Alghero toward the San Pietro island group
Offshore Islands and Groups
Isola di Mal di Ventre
10 miles NW.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
None reported.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel, water and electricity in the marina
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The settlement of Torre Grande is not particularly attractive. However, the lagoon inland from the marina, Stagno di Cabras, is rich in birdlife and is one of the most important wetlands in Sardinia. The ruins of Tharros, a city founded by Phoenicians in the 8th century BC and later occupied by the Carthaginians and Romans, are well worth a visit.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Supermarkets and other provisions in the town.
Eateries
Numerous restaurants and pizzerias in the town.
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Rental outlets in the town.
Garbage Disposal
Bins near the harbour.
Transportation
List 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
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
List links external to the wiki such as in Wikepedia.
References & Publications
Also see Italy.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- We made three attempts to enter the Porto Turistico di Torre Grande and grounded each time. Athene of Lymington draws 1.83 metres. -- Athene of Lymington
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- May 2003 --Atheneoflymington 17:16, 10 February 2010 (UTC)
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