Stazzo
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 The small harbour of Stazzo |
The small harbour of Stazzo lies 10 miles north of Catania and 6 miles south of Riposto in Sicily. In summer four pontoons are installed inside the breakwater, creating berths for up to 150 small yachts (maximum 10.0 metres). Shelter in the harbour is adequate in settled weather, but strong winds from E round to SW send in a swell. The harbour is untenable in strong southerlies.
Charts
- Admiralty
- 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne
- 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina
- Italian
- 918
Weather
Prevailing winds on the east coast of Sicily are NE during the summer. During spring and winter winds are often from SE and W in addition to NE. Strong SE winds can make several of the harbours along this coast uncomfortable and even untenable.
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 Cruiser's Nets
The harbour of Stazzo lies under steep cliffs and is not easy to identify until close in when the outer breakwater is clearly visible. Night entry is not advised as the harbour is unlit. There are several rocky outcrops on the west side of the harbour which restrict movement around the pontoons.
Berthing
Stazzo harbour provides berths for up to 150 vessels on the four pontoons (summer only). Maximum length 10.0 metres. Depths in the harbour range from 5.0 to 12.0 metres. There are a total of 10 water and electricity points on the pontoons. Toilets. Mobile crane (30T) and slipway.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | Water on the pontoons in the summer |
| Electricity | Electricity on the pontoons in the summer |
| Toilets | ? |
| Showers | ? |
| Laundry | None |
| Garbage | |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | No fuel berth |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | None |
| Services | |
| Repairs | None |
| Internet | N/A (Not Available). |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | None |
Provisioning
Several provisions shops in the village.
Eating out
Bars and restaurants in the village.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
The village of Stazzo is a peaceful spot, with an active fishing fleet. Lava flows from an eruption of Mount Etna in 1329 have created a fringe of black rocks jutting out into the harbour. The town of Acireale six kilometres to the south has some lovely baroque buildings and churches.
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
List links external to the wiki such as in Wikepedia.
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 Stazzo and this page's details validated:
- Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --Athene of Lymington 10:59, 17 August 2010 (UTC)
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