Castelsardo
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Castelsardo
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Castelsardo (Sardinia, Italy) is located on the NW coast of the island. It was founded by the Genoese in the 12th century and the castle and medieval street layout date from this period.
Its conspicuous Cathedral of Sant'Antonio Abate dates from the 17th century. The town is known as a centre of basket-weaving as well as hosting a small fishing fleet.
The marina of Castelsardo is about a mile SW of the town.
Charts
See Sardinia.
Weather
See Sardinia - weather.
Passages
- North East
- Isola Rossa -- 8 nm
- West
- South West
Islands
Danger: Isolotto Molino, a low rocky islet [1], is in a couple of cables NW below the castle.
Communication
Call on channel 16 or telephone harbour office: +39 (79) 471 339.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The town of Castelsardo with its castle is conspicuous on a headland to the NE of the marina. Entry to the marina is difficult in strong N/NW winds, when there is a considerable swell in the entrance.
Danger: There are some rocky outcrops near the shore just at the marina entrance (across the outer mole).
Berthing
Tourist yachts go to the marina.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
None
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | In the marina |
Electricity | In the marina |
Toilets | In the marina |
Showers | In the marina |
Laundry | In the marina |
Garbage | Bins in the marina |
Supplies | |
Fuel | |
Bottled gas | |
Chandlers | Chandlery in the marina |
Services | |
Repairs | |
Internet | |
Mobile connectivity | |
Vehicle rentals | Europcar in the marina |
Health |
Provisioning
Superconcas [[Castelsardo#Superconcas|Superconcas]] 40°54.729'N, 008°42.054'E A large supermarket at the marina. (Mo-Su 08:00-20:00).
Other provisions in the town, 2km away.
Eating out
Numerous restaurants and pizzerias in the town.
Transportation
- Local bus to marina (inquire at the marina reception for schedules)
- Buses to Sassari [2], Porto Torres, Santa Teresa Gallura. For schedules look here.
Tourism
The village of Castelsardo is a 2km walk from the marina and is worth the effort (otherwise take a bus!). The mediaeval, walled village is perched on a steep hill, with narrow, cobbled and pedestrianised streets. The cathedral has some interesting exhibits in the crypt, including several paintings by the 15th century unknown 'Master of Castelsardo'. The Church of Santa Maria in the centre of the village contains an unusual, 14th century Crucifix known as the “Black Christ”.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Castelsardo at the Wikipedia
- Castelsardo at the Wikivoyage
- A tourist portal of Castelsardo
- Castelsardo at www.italyheaven.co.uk
References
Also see Italy.
Comments
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Date of member's last visit to Castelsardo and this page's details validated:
- May 2003 --Atheneoflymington
- September 2017 --Vadim
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