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==Messina, Sicily, Italy== | ==Messina, Sicily, Italy== | ||
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| - | | [ Local chartlet] | + | | [http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=38.1865551579&lon=15.5715913906&scale=50000&zoom=50&type=0&height=498&width=498&icon=0&searchscope=int&CFID=17478611&CFTOKEN=90114837&scriptfile=http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index.cfm&bpid=MAP0204021051&latlontype=DMS Local chartlet] |
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| + | [[Image:MarinaNettuno.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Marina del Nettuno | ||
''Photo courtesy of Marina del Nettuno''<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ''Photo courtesy of Marina del Nettuno''<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| + | The port of Messina in [[Sicily]] is conveniently situated at the northern entrance to the Straits of Messina, five miles south of Capo Peloro and a similar distance NW of the port of [[Reggio di Calabria]] on the Italian mainland. The city itself is industrial and rather unattractive, having been destroyed both by an earthquake in 1908 which killed more than 80,000 people and again by wartime bombing in 1943. However, its marina is a handy stop-off for cruisers navigating the Straits between the Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas. The commercial harbour of Messina is unsuitable for yachts, which are in any case discouraged in view of the extremely heavy ferry traffic. Yachts are usually directed to the Marina del Nettuno to the NW of the entrance to the port. | ||
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
Admiralty chart 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne; chart 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina | Admiralty chart 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne; chart 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina | ||
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ||
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==Local Weather== | ==Local 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. | 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. | ||
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The commercial harbour of Messina is easily identified on the west side of the Straits of Messina, some five miles south of Capo Peloro. Closer in, a large statue is conspicuous on the end of the eastern harbour breakwater. The marina entrance is half a mile to the NW of this statue, protected by a long concrete wavebreaker pontoon. Beware of eddies in the approach, especially when the north-going stream is strong. Also of the numerous ferries charging in and out of the commercial harbour. The marina is entered from NNE. | The commercial harbour of Messina is easily identified on the west side of the Straits of Messina, some five miles south of Capo Peloro. Closer in, a large statue is conspicuous on the end of the eastern harbour breakwater. The marina entrance is half a mile to the NW of this statue, protected by a long concrete wavebreaker pontoon. Beware of eddies in the approach, especially when the north-going stream is strong. Also of the numerous ferries charging in and out of the commercial harbour. The marina is entered from NNE. | ||
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| - | Call Marina del Nettuno on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +39 090 344139 or | + | Visiting yachts are normally directed to berth in Marina del Nettuno. Call Marina del Nettuno on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +39 090 344139 or [mailto:[email protected] Email]. The marina has a total of 160 berths for yachts of up to 35 metres. Depths in the marina are 4 - 40 metres. Yachts berth alongside on finger pontoons. Marina staff are usually on hand to assist with mooring. Daily berthing costs for a typical 12.5 - 15 metre yacht are Euros 100 during peak season and Euros 80 during low season. Water and electricity on the pontoons. Toilets & showers. |
==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ||
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==Marinas & Yacht Clubs== | ==Marinas & Yacht Clubs== | ||
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==Anchorages== | ==Anchorages== | ||
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===Internet/WiFi=== | ===Internet/WiFi=== | ||
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===Laundry=== | ===Laundry=== | ||
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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== | ||
Links to relevant websites. | Links to relevant websites. | ||
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==References & Publications== | ==References & Publications== | ||
Publications, Guides, etc. | Publications, Guides, etc. | ||
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==''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''== | ==''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''== | ||
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'''Names''': [[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] | '''Names''': [[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] | ||
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Revision as of 12:58, 21 January 2013
Messina, Sicily, Italy
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The port of Messina in Sicily is conveniently situated at the northern entrance to the Straits of Messina, five miles south of Capo Peloro and a similar distance NW of the port of Reggio di Calabria on the Italian mainland. The city itself is industrial and rather unattractive, having been destroyed both by an earthquake in 1908 which killed more than 80,000 people and again by wartime bombing in 1943. However, its marina is a handy stop-off for cruisers navigating the Straits between the Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas. The commercial harbour of Messina is unsuitable for yachts, which are in any case discouraged in view of the extremely heavy ferry traffic. Yachts are usually directed to the Marina del Nettuno to the NW of the entrance to the port.
Charts
Admiralty chart 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne; chart 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina
Italian chart 918
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Local 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.
Sources for weather forecasts:
- There is a continuous (computerised 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).
The commercial harbour of Messina is easily identified on the west side of the Straits of Messina, some five miles south of Capo Peloro. Closer in, a large statue is conspicuous on the end of the eastern harbour breakwater. The marina entrance is half a mile to the NW of this statue, protected by a long concrete wavebreaker pontoon. Beware of eddies in the approach, especially when the north-going stream is strong. Also of the numerous ferries charging in and out of the commercial harbour. The marina is entered from NNE.
Berthing options
Visiting yachts are normally directed to berth in Marina del Nettuno. Call Marina del Nettuno on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +39 090 344139 or Email. The marina has a total of 160 berths for yachts of up to 35 metres. Depths in the marina are 4 - 40 metres. Yachts berth alongside on finger pontoons. Marina staff are usually on hand to assist with mooring. Daily berthing costs for a typical 12.5 - 15 metre yacht are Euros 100 during peak season and Euros 80 during low season. Water and electricity on the pontoons. Toilets & showers.
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Marina del Nettuno (see above)
Anchorages
- Rada Paradiso, 1.5 miles north of the harbour. Anchor in 8.0 - 10.0 metres in sand and weed, clear of the numerous small craft moorings. The anchorage is completely open to the east.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Mobile crane at the marina (4T). Some engine and electrical repairs.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
The nearest fuel station is at Rada Paradiso, 1.5 miles north of the marina. Water and electricity are available on the finger pontoons (electronic card operated).
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Messina is hardly a tourist destination and most visitors are just passing through on the ferries. However, there are a few remnants of its glorious past that survive the earthquake and bombing, including two 16th century fountains and the ancient 12th century church of Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Numerous provisions shops and supermarkets in the town of Messina.
Eateries
Some restaurants around the marina. Better ones in the town.
Internet/WiFi
Internet cafes in the town.
Laundry
???
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Rental outlets in the town.
Garbage Disposal
Bins around the marina.
Transportation
Car ferries to Villa San Giovanni. Hydrofoils to Reggio di Calabria and (summer only) the Aeolian Islands. Bus services to Taormina and Catania and long distance service to Rome. Catania airport is 90 kilometres away.
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
Links to relevant websites.
References & Publications
Publications, Guides, etc.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 2003 --Athene of Lymington 14:34, 12 August 2010 (UTC)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- The shelter in the marina is not as good as it looks. Yachts experience ferry wash most of the night. It is a good idea to use mooring compensators if you are here any length of time - --Athene of Lymington 14:34, 12 August 2010 (UTC)
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