Marina di Torregrande
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| imagetext=''Porto Turistico di Oristano'' from the W | | imagetext=''Porto Turistico di Oristano'' from the W | ||
- | | summary= ' | + | | summary= '''Marina di Torregrande''' or ''Marina di Torre Grande'' is a '''settlement''' in [[wikipedia:Oristano|Oristano ''comune'']] at the N end of the Gulf of Oristano on the W coast of [[Sardinia]], 45 miles S of [[Alghero]] and a similar distance N of [[Portoscuso]]. The marina of ''Porto Turistico di Oristano'' is a mile W of the settlement. |
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
''See [[Sardinia#Charts|Sardinia]]'' | ''See [[Sardinia#Charts|Sardinia]]'' | ||
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+ | ''See [[Italy#Weather|Italy]]''. | ||
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+ | ''See [[Mediterranean#Mediterranean_Passages|Mediterranean]]''. | ||
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+ | ==Islands== | ||
+ | ====Isola di Mal di Ventre==== | ||
+ | 10 miles NW. | ||
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+ | ==Communication== | ||
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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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The breakwaters of the marina are clearly identifiable on the E side of the channel leading to Stagno di Cabras. The marina is entered from E around the end of the long breakwater that protects it from S. Yellow buoys (lit at night) indicate the deepest water. However, depths cannot be relied on and it is unwise to attempt to enter with a yacht of over 1.5 metre draft. | The breakwaters of the marina are clearly identifiable on the E side of the channel leading to Stagno di Cabras. The marina is entered from E around the end of the long breakwater that protects it from S. Yellow buoys (lit at night) indicate the deepest water. However, depths cannot be relied on and it is unwise to attempt to enter with a yacht of over 1.5 metre draft. | ||
+ | ==Entrance== | ||
+ | '''Torregrande''' is a port of entry for Italy. For details ''see [[Italy#Entrance|Entrance: Italy]]''. | ||
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- | + | The harbor houses the marina | |
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{{poi | lat= 39.9028888| lon=8.4925604 | {{poi | lat= 39.9028888| lon=8.4925604 | ||
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| name=Porto Turistico di Oristano | | name=Porto Turistico di Oristano | ||
| url=http://www.marineoristanesi.it/ | | url=http://www.marineoristanesi.it/ | ||
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- | The marina is located a mile W of the settlement, at the entrance to a large brackish lagoon, ''Stagno di Cabras''. The marina offers around 400 berths for yachts up to 30 metres and maximum draft of 2.0 metres (but see above). Berths are stern or bows-to on a series of pontoons and associated quays. Water and electricity at all berths. Toilets and showers. Travel lift (65T) and mobile crane (25T). Most repairs possible | + | | text=The marina is located a mile W of the settlement, at the entrance to a large brackish lagoon, ''Stagno di Cabras''. The marina offers around 400 berths for yachts up to 30 metres and maximum draft of 2.0 metres (but see above). Berths are stern or bows-to on a series of pontoons and associated quays. Water and electricity at all berths. Toilets and showers. Travel lift (65T) and mobile crane (25T). Most repairs possible. |
The marina habitually silts and depths are frequently little more than 2.0 metres, so it is only suitable for shoal draft yachts and entry is only possible in settled weather and never in southerly winds. | The marina habitually silts and depths are frequently little more than 2.0 metres, so it is only suitable for shoal draft yachts and entry is only possible in settled weather and never in southerly winds. | ||
+ | : {{email|[email protected]}}; Tel/Fax: {{phone|39|783|22 189}}; VHF channel 09 | ||
+ | : Address: Porto Turistico Torregrande, 09170 Oristano (OR), Italy | ||
+ | : Hours: | ||
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- | === | + | ==Anchorages== |
+ | {{poi | lat= 39.90371| lon=8.50303 | ||
+ | | type= anchorage | ||
+ | | name=E of the marina | ||
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+ | | text= In N winds, it is possible to anchor off the beach to the E of the marina in 3.0 - 4.0 metres. The holding is good in sand. | ||
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- | + | {{poi | lat= 39.87822| lon=8.44707 | |
+ | | type= anchorage | ||
+ | | name= Tharros | ||
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+ | | image= TharrosAnchorage.jpg | ||
+ | | imagetext= The anchorage off Tharros | ||
+ | | text= In settled conditions, it is also possible to anchor off the ruins of the ancient Punic settlement at Tharros two miles SW of the marina, on the E side of the Sinis Peninsula that encloses the Gulf of Oristano. This anchorage now (2013) has some mooring buoys to help protect the eelgrass, no charge was made for these and it is preferred that they are used if staying overnight. The anchorage makes a useful break on a trip south from Alghero toward the [[Carloforte|San Pietro island group]]. | ||
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- | === | + | ==Amenities== |
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- | + | |Water| In the [[#Porto Turistico di Oristano|marina]] | |
- | + | |Electricity| In the [[#Porto Turistico di Oristano|marina]] | |
- | {{ | + | |Toilets| In the [[#Porto Turistico di Oristano|marina]] |
+ | |Showers| In the [[#Porto Turistico di Oristano|marina]] | ||
+ | |Laundry| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Garbage| Bins near the harbour | ||
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- | + | |Fuel| In the [[#Porto Turistico di Oristano|marina]] | |
+ | |Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Chandlers| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
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- | + | |Repairs| Most in the [[#Porto Turistico di Oristano|marina]] | |
+ | |Internet| WiFi in the [[#Porto Turistico di Oristano|marina]] | ||
+ | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Vehicle rentals| Rental outlets in the town | ||
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Supermarkets and other provisions in the town. | Supermarkets and other provisions in the town. | ||
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Numerous restaurants and pizzerias in the town. | Numerous restaurants and pizzerias in the town. | ||
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{{GreenText|List transportation (local and/or international.)}} | {{GreenText|List transportation (local and/or international.)}} | ||
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- | + | The settlement of Torre Grande is not particularly attractive. However, the lagoon inland from the marina, Stagno di Cabras, is rich in birdlife and is one of the most important wetlands in [[Sardinia]]. The ruins of Tharros, a city founded by Phoenicians in the 8th century BC and later occupied by the Carthaginians and Romans, are well worth a visit. | |
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Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | ||
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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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- | {{ | + | * {{Wikipedia|Oristano|Oristano}} |
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''Also see [[Italy#References_&_Publications|Italy]]''. | ''Also see [[Italy#References_&_Publications|Italy]]''. | ||
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* May 2003 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Atheneoflymington]] 17:16, 10 February 2010 (UTC) | * May 2003 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Atheneoflymington]] 17:16, 10 February 2010 (UTC) | ||
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{{Contributors|[[User:Lighthouse|Lighthouse]], [[User:atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]], [[User:RobbieW|RobbieW]]}} | {{Contributors|[[User:Lighthouse|Lighthouse]], [[User:atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]], [[User:RobbieW|RobbieW]]}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 12:04, 15 August 2018
Marina di Torregrande Port of Entry
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Marina di Torregrande or Marina di Torre Grande is a settlement in Oristano comune at the N end of the Gulf of Oristano on the W coast of Sardinia, 45 miles S of Alghero and a similar distance N of Portoscuso. The marina of Porto Turistico di Oristano is a mile W of the settlement.
Charts
See Sardinia
Weather
See Italy.
Passages
See Mediterranean.
Islands
Isola di Mal di Ventre
10 miles NW.
Communication
Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The breakwaters of the marina are clearly identifiable on the E side of the channel leading to Stagno di Cabras. The marina is entered from E around the end of the long breakwater that protects it from S. Yellow buoys (lit at night) indicate the deepest water. However, depths cannot be relied on and it is unwise to attempt to enter with a yacht of over 1.5 metre draft.
Entrance
Torregrande is a port of entry for Italy. For details see Entrance: Italy.
Berthing
The harbor houses the marina
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Porto Turistico di Oristano
The marina is located a mile W of the settlement, at the entrance to a large brackish lagoon, Stagno di Cabras. The marina offers around 400 berths for yachts up to 30 metres and maximum draft of 2.0 metres (but see above). Berths are stern or bows-to on a series of pontoons and associated quays. Water and electricity at all berths. Toilets and showers. Travel lift (65T) and mobile crane (25T). Most repairs possible.
The marina habitually silts and depths are frequently little more than 2.0 metres, so it is only suitable for shoal draft yachts and entry is only possible in settled weather and never in southerly winds.
- [email protected]; Tel/Fax: +39 (783) 22 189; VHF channel 09
- Address: Porto Turistico Torregrande, 09170 Oristano (OR), Italy
- Hours:
Anchorages
E of the marina
Tharros
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | In the marina |
Electricity | In the marina |
Toilets | In the marina |
Showers | In the marina |
Laundry | ? |
Garbage | Bins near the harbour |
Supplies | |
Fuel | In the marina |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | ? |
Services | |
Repairs | Most in the marina |
Internet | WiFi in the marina |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | Rental outlets in the town |
Provisioning
Supermarkets and other provisions in the town.
Eating out
Numerous restaurants and pizzerias in the town.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
The settlement of Torre Grande is not particularly attractive. However, the lagoon inland from the marina, Stagno di Cabras, is rich in birdlife and is one of the most important wetlands in Sardinia. The ruins of Tharros, a city founded by Phoenicians in the 8th century BC and later occupied by the Carthaginians and Romans, are 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
- Oristano at the Wikipedia
References
Also see Italy.
Comments
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- May 2003 --Atheneoflymington 17:16, 10 February 2010 (UTC)
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