Sant’ Agata
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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. Since 2013 the breakwater has been significantly extended, providing better protection. However, the harbour is still exposed in 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
Weather
The prevailing winds around the Aeolian Islands during the summer tend to be from NW or NE, although in calm weather sea breezes 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 (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
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see Cruiser's Nets
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
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
In settled weather, anchor south of the mole / east or south of laid moorings. Sand and good holding. --s/v Seatern 03:34, 14 October 2013 (BST) & June 2014
Amenities
| Facilities | |
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| Water | Water on the pontoons |
| Electricity | Electricity on the pontoons |
| Toilets | ? |
| Showers | ? |
| Laundry | ? |
| Garbage | Bins on the mole |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | uel station on the mole (0800 - 2000) |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers |
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| Services | |
| Repairs |
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| Internet | WiFi available |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | |
Provisioning
Provisions in the village of Sant’ Agata di Militello about 1.5 kilometers to the E.
Eating out
Restaurants in the village about 1.5 kilometers to the E.
Transportation
- Hydrofoils and ferries to the Aeolian Islands.
- Trains from Sant’ Agata di Militello to Palermo.
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the port.
Places to Visit
List places of interest, tours, etc.
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
- Sant’ Agata at the Wikipedia
- Sant Agata di Militello at Pagine Azzurre
References
See Italy.
Comments
We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.
Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Sant’ Agata and this page's details validated:
- Information compiled from web research (please update if possible)--Athene of Lymington 13:13, 17 November 2010 (UTC)
- July 2013 --s/v Seatern
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