Ognina (Porto Ulisse)
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+ | | lat= 37.53084| lon=15.1164 | ||
+ | | name= Ognina (Porto Ulisse) | ||
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| image= PortoUlisse.jpg | | image= PortoUlisse.jpg | ||
| imagetext= Porto Ulisse at Ognina | | imagetext= Porto Ulisse at Ognina | ||
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- | '''Ognina''' is a natural inlet three miles north of [[Catania]] and 10 miles south of [[Stazzo]] in [[Sicily]]. | + | '''Ognina''' is a natural inlet three miles north of [[Catania]] and 10 miles south of [[Stazzo]] in [[Sicily]]. A breakwater has been built out from the southern shore creating a small harbour that is usually full to bursting at most times of year. A series of pontoons provides berths for up to 500 vessels. In practice, however, virtually all of these are taken by small power boats and the quay inside the breakwater is similarly occupied by fishing boats. |
==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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==Weather== | ==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. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds. | + | 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. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds. |
Sources for weather forecasts: | Sources for weather forecasts: | ||
- | * There is a continuous ( | + | * 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 | * 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]]) | ||
==Passages== | ==Passages== | ||
- | + | ''See [[Aegean_to_West_Mediterranean_Passages|Aegean to West Mediterranean Passages]].'' | |
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==Islands== | ==Islands== | ||
None. | None. | ||
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+ | ==Communication== | ||
+ | {{Green|Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}} | ||
+ | * | ||
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+ | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
==Navigation== | ==Navigation== | ||
The harbour is difficult to spot even in clear conditions. A red navigation beacon on the end of the breakwater and the apartment blocks around the harbour are conspicuous once close in. | The harbour is difficult to spot even in clear conditions. A red navigation beacon on the end of the breakwater and the apartment blocks around the harbour are conspicuous once close in. | ||
- | Berthing | + | ==Berthing== |
Although there are technically 500 berths in the harbour, usually the only place it is possible for a yacht to moor is on the inside of the breakwater. Often this space is fully occupied with fishing boats. Porto Ulisse is a harbour where you either squeeze in wherever you can or move on. | Although there are technically 500 berths in the harbour, usually the only place it is possible for a yacht to moor is on the inside of the breakwater. Often this space is fully occupied with fishing boats. Porto Ulisse is a harbour where you either squeeze in wherever you can or move on. | ||
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None. | None. | ||
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None. | None. | ||
- | == | + | ==Amenities== |
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- | + | |header|Facilities | |
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- | + | |Water| | |
- | + | * Water on the pontoons (but probably inaccessible to a yacht) | |
+ | * Some water points on the quay | ||
+ | |Electricity| Electricity on the pontoons (but probably inaccessible to a yacht) | ||
+ | |Toilets| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Showers| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Laundry| None | ||
+ | |Garbage| Bins around the harbour | ||
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- | + | |Fuel| Fuel station in the harbour | |
- | + | |Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}} | |
+ | |Chandlers| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
- | == | + | |header|Services |
+ | |Repairs| Mobile crane (30T). Fixed crane (5T). Limited engine and hull repairs | ||
+ | |Internet|N/A (Not Available). | ||
+ | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Vehicle rentals| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ==Provisioning== | ||
Limited provisions. | Limited provisions. | ||
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Restaurants around the harbour. | Restaurants around the harbour. | ||
- | ==== | + | ==Transportation== |
- | + | {{GreenText|List transportation (local and/or international.)}} | |
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- | == | + | ==Tourism== |
- | + | Ognina is a suburb of [[Catania]] and a busy residential area, but not really a tourist destination in its own right. | |
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==Friends== | ==Friends== | ||
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- | ==References | + | ==References== |
- | ''See [[Italy#References | + | ''See [[Italy#References|Italy]]''. |
- | {{Comments | + | {{Comments}} |
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{{Verified by}} | {{Verified by}} | ||
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* Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 13:44, 17 August 2010 (UTC) | * Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 13:44, 17 August 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Latest revision as of 07:54, 21 August 2018
Ognina (Porto Ulisse)
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Ognina is a natural inlet three miles north of Catania and 10 miles south of Stazzo in Sicily. A breakwater has been built out from the southern shore creating a small harbour that is usually full to bursting at most times of year. A series of pontoons provides berths for up to 500 vessels. In practice, however, virtually all of these are taken by small power boats and the quay inside the breakwater is similarly occupied by fishing boats.
Charts
- Admiralty
- 1941 - Capo Passero to Capo Colonne
- 1018 - Approach to Stretto Messina
- Italian
- 918
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. Currents at Riposto are weaker than in the Straits, although gusts will still be experienced off the high land in NW winds.
Sources for weather forecasts:
- 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.
Islands
None.
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The harbour is difficult to spot even in clear conditions. A red navigation beacon on the end of the breakwater and the apartment blocks around the harbour are conspicuous once close in.
Berthing
Although there are technically 500 berths in the harbour, usually the only place it is possible for a yacht to moor is on the inside of the breakwater. Often this space is fully occupied with fishing boats. Porto Ulisse is a harbour where you either squeeze in wherever you can or move on.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water |
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Electricity | Electricity on the pontoons (but probably inaccessible to a yacht) |
Toilets | ? |
Showers | ? |
Laundry | None |
Garbage | Bins around the harbour |
Supplies | |
Fuel | Fuel station in the harbour |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | ? |
Services | |
Repairs | Mobile crane (30T). Fixed crane (5T). Limited engine and hull repairs |
Internet | N/A (Not Available). |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Limited provisions.
Eating out
Restaurants around the harbour.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
Ognina is a suburb of Catania and a busy residential area, but not really a tourist destination in its own right.
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
List links external to the wiki such as in Wikepedia.
References
See Italy.
Comments
We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.
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- Information based on internet research (please update if you visit) --Athene of Lymington 13:44, 17 August 2010 (UTC)
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