Aci Trezza
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 Acitrezza harbour (the pontoons are not in place) |
The town and harbour of Acitrezza lie six miles south of Stazzo and the same distance north of Catania on the east coast of Sicily. The town is famous for its series of huge black basalt rocks, the Ciclopi, which lie barely 200 metres off the harbour entrance. The southern part of the harbour has yacht berths on four floating pontoons, which are, as is common in Italy, run by separate private enterprises. Shelter in Acitrezza is good in most conditions, although strong NE winds send in an uncomfortable swell.
Charts
- Admiralty
- 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne; chart 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina
- Italian
- 918
Weather
Prevailing winds in the Straits during the summer are from N or NW. Southerly winds are more common in the spring and winter. In unsettled weather, the Straits can be subject to very strong gusts off the land which, combined with the strong currents, can make passage dangerous for smaller yachts. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds.
Sources for weather forecasts:
- There is a continuous (computerized 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
See Aegean to West Mediterranean Passages.
Islands
None.
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Approach to the harbour is from the north, leaving the yellow buoys marking the nature reserve around the Ciclopi to port. The additional rocky outcrops 200 metres SW of the Ciclopi have dangerous rocky shallows extending NE and should be given a good clearance if approaching from S. The largest of the Ciclopi has a red tower on top, which is conspicuous from N. Depths in the harbour entrance are 6.0 meters.
Berthing
The northern part of the harbour is shallow. Yachts berth on the four private pontoons in the southern part, where depths are 3.0 - 4.0 metres. Around 200 vessels can be accommodated (15 berths are reserved for yachts in transit). Maximum length 18.0 metres. Water on the pontoons (eight outlets). Slipway. Mobile crane.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Capo Molini
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | Water on the pontoons |
| Electricity | N/A (Not Available). |
| Toilets | ? |
| Showers | ? |
| Laundry | ? |
| Garbage | Bins near the pontoons |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Fuel by tanker from local garages |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | ? |
| Services | |
| Repairs | Some engine and electrical repairs |
| Internet | WiFi |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Several provisions shops in the town.
Eating out
Good fish restaurants around the harbour.
Transportation
Buses to Catania.
Tourism
History
According to local mythology, the stones are the ones thrown by the giant Polyphemus at Odysseus and his crew as they fled the island in Homer’s epic poem ‘The Odyssey’.
Places to Visit
The village is popular with Italian holidaymakers and the waterfront buzzes with life during July and August. Acitrezza and its small harbour, crammed with gaily painted fishing boats, served as a film set for Lucchino Visconti’s film La Terra Trema, based on the novel by Giovanni Verga.
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
- Aci Trezza at the Wikipedia
- Aci Trezza at the Wikivoyage
References
See Italy.
Comments
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- Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --Athene of Lymington 12:11, 17 August 2010 (UTC)
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