Le Castella
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The harbour of Le Castella lies on the Ionian coast of Italy, around 55 miles NE of Rocella Ionica and 15 miles SW of Crotone. The harbour consists of a southern basin reserved for fishing boats and a northern basin for leisure craft.
The northern basin (maximum authorized draught 2.0 metres), has five pontoons with laid moorings belonging to various clubs. Shelter is good in the northern basin.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1941 Capo Passero to Capo Colonne
- Italian charts
- 919
- 25 From Point Stilo to Point Staletti
- 146
Weather
During the summer the prevailing winds in the Ionian are light to moderate SW or SE sea breezes. In spring and autumn, northerly winds are more frequent and can quickly rise to near gale force, especially in the lee of high mountain ranges. Winds in summer are generally light from the Straits of Messina until reaching the Golfo di Squillace between Roccella Ionica and Le Castella. With anything W in the wind, it tends to funnel down here over the mountains of southern Calabria, bringing strong gusts and raising an uncomfortable sea. The conditions to avoid, however, when cruising this part of the Ionian coast are strong southerlies. The harbours here are few and far between and none of them are really safe to enter in such conditions.
Sources for weather information:
- 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.
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
The harbour is situated on the E side of the village of Le Castella. The eponymous castle sits on a sandy spit just W of the village and is conspicuous on the approach. The harbour is entered from ENE keeping close to the end of the outer, curved breakwater to avoid the shallow reef off the rocky headland to the N. Once into the outer harbour, the narrow channel leading to the northern basin will be clearly visible to starboard. The entrance is narrow and depths are only 2 metres, so the basin is only suitable for smaller, shallow draught yachts. Entrance is difficult and possibly unsafe in strong winds from NE round to SE.
Berthing
Le Castella Harbour
Le Castella Harbour [[Le Castella#Le Castella Harbour|Le Castella Harbour]] 38°54.659'N, 017°01.653'E Five pontoons have been installed in the harbour. Depths on the pontoons range from 1.0 metre at the root to 2 metres at the end. The deeper water is along the quays near the entrance, where depths are 3 - 3.5 metres. Berth alongside or stern or bows-to wherever there is space. The pontoons are generally full of local boats. Laid moorings at most berths. Full facilties, fuel dock, WiFi, resturant. 35 T hoist, some repairs.
- [email protected]; Tel: +39 (0962) 795 528; Fax: +39 (0962) 795 5288; Mobile: +39 (328) 629 063; VHF channels 09, 11, & 14
- Address: Via del Porto, 88841 Punta le Castella, Italy
- Hours:
- Prices: For the latest prices see [XXX Price Listing]
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | On the quays |
| Electricity | On the quays |
| Toilets | In the harbour |
| Showers | In the harbour |
| Laundry | N/A (Not Available) |
| Garbage | ? |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Fuel dock |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | None |
| Services | |
| Repairs | 35 T hoist, some repairs |
| Internet | WiFi in the harbour |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Good provisions in the village.
Eating out
Restaurant in the harbour and several restaurants in the village.
Transportation
Tourism
The village and its castle are spectacularly situated at the end of a rocky promontory jutting out into the sea. The 16th century castle on the shore has been excellently restored and is well worth a visit.
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
- Pagine Azzure Le Castella
References
See Italy.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Le Castella and this page's details validated:
- Data compiled from internet research (please update if you visit)--Athene of Lymington 13:14, 20 December 2010 (UTC)
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