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==Messina, Sicily, Italy== | ==Messina, Sicily, Italy== | ||
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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | {{Small info}} ''Click links for more information'' | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | {{Small info}} ''Click links for more information'' | ||
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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. | 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== | ==Charts== | ||
| - | Admiralty | + | ; British Admiralty |
| - | + | : 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne; chart 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina | |
| - | Italian | + | ; Italian |
| + | : 918 | ||
==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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| + | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
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==Local Weather== | ==Local Weather== | ||
| - | + | The prevailing winds around the Aolian Islands during the summer tend to be from NW or NE, although in calm weather seabreezes 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. | |
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| - | Sources for weather forecasts: | + | 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. | * 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 | + | * 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) | + | * Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at Roma, Cagliari ([[Sardinia]]) and Augusta ([[Sicily]]) |
==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
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. | ||
| - | ==Berthing | + | ==Berthing Options== |
| - | Visiting yachts are normally directed to berth in Marina del Nettuno | + | Visiting yachts are normally directed to berth in Marina del Nettuno. |
| - | == | + | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== |
| - | + | ====Marina del Nettuno==== | |
| + | 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. | ||
| - | + | Call Marina del Nettuno on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +39 090 344139 or [mailto:[email protected] Email]. | |
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| - | ==Anchorages== | + | ===Anchorages=== |
| - | + | ====Rada Paradiso==== | |
| + | 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. | ||
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| + | ==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ||
| + | None. | ||
==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ||
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ||
| - | The nearest fuel station is at Rada Paradiso, 1.5 miles north of the marina | + | ; Fuel |
| + | : The nearest fuel station is at [[#Rada Paradiso|Rada Paradiso]], 1.5 miles north of the marina | ||
| + | ; Water | ||
| + | : Available on the finger pontoons (electronic card operated) | ||
| + | ; Electricity | ||
| + | : Available on the finger pontoons (electronic card operated) | ||
| - | == | + | ==Things to do Ashore== |
| - | ===Tourism=== | + | ====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. | 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=== | + | ====Grocery & Supply Stores==== |
Numerous provisions shops and supermarkets in the town of Messina. | Numerous provisions shops and supermarkets in the town of Messina. | ||
| - | ===Eateries=== | + | ====Eateries==== |
| - | Some restaurants around the marina. Better ones in the town. | + | Some restaurants around the [[#Marina del Nettuno|marina]]. Better ones in the town. |
| - | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
Internet cafes in the town. | Internet cafes in the town. | ||
| - | ===Laundry=== | + | ====Laundry==== |
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| - | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | ====Motorbike & Car Rentals==== |
Rental outlets in the town. | Rental outlets in the town. | ||
| - | ===Garbage Disposal=== | + | ====Garbage Disposal==== |
| - | Bins around the marina. | + | Bins around the [[#Marina del Nettuno|marina]]. |
| - | ===Transportation=== | + | ====Transportation==== |
| - | Car ferries to Villa San Giovanni | + | * 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== | ==Routes/Passages To/From== | ||
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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== | ||
| - | + | ''See [[Italy#References & Publications|Italy]]''. | |
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==Personal Notes== | ==Personal Notes== | ||
Personal experiences? | 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 - --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 14:34, 12 August 2010 (UTC) | * 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 - --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 14:34, 12 August 2010 (UTC) | ||
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| + | ====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)==== | ||
| + | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
| + | * August 2003 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 14:34, 12 August 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Revision as of 13:39, 28 January 2013
Messina, Sicily, Italy
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 Marina del Nettuno - Click for larger viewPhoto courtesy of Marina del Nettuno | |
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
- British Admiralty
- 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne; chart 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina
- Italian
- 918
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Local Weather
The prevailing winds around the Aolian Islands during the summer tend to be from NW or NE, although in calm weather seabreezes 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 (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.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Marina del Nettuno
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.
Call Marina del Nettuno on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +39 090 344139 or Email.
Anchorages
Rada Paradiso
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.
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
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
- Fuel
- The nearest fuel station is at Rada Paradiso, 1.5 miles north of the marina
- Water
- Available on the finger pontoons (electronic card operated)
- Electricity
- Available on the finger pontoons (electronic card operated)
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
See Italy.
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)
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)
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