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- | The large commercial port of Milazzo lies around 25 miles west of the Straits of Messina at the root of the four | + | {{Infobox |
+ | | lat= 38.21464| lon=15.24933 | ||
+ | | name= Milazzo | ||
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+ | | zoom= 14 | ||
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+ | | image= Milazzo.jpg | ||
+ | | imagetext= Yachts in Milazzo harbour | ||
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+ | The large commercial port of Milazzo lies around 25 miles west of the Straits of Messina at the root of the four miles long Capo di Milazzo which juts out from the NE coast of [[Sicily]] towards the [[Aeolian Islands]]. Today, although rather grimy and industrial, the harbour of Milazzo has three marinas with a total of 620 berths, providing a useful stop-off point for yachts cruising the N coast of [[Sicily]] or en route between the [[Aeolian Islands]] and the Straits of Messina. | ||
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- | + | The prevailing winds around the Aeolian Islands during the summer tend to be from NW or NE, although in calm weather sea breezes 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 ( | + | * 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]]) | ||
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- | + | ''See [[Aegean_to_West_Mediterranean_Passages|Aegean to West Mediterranean Passages]].'' | |
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- | + | * [[Aeolian Islands]] | |
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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]]''. | |
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- | + | ==Navigation== | |
+ | In the approach from N, the 16th century Spanish castle is conspicuous about one mile N of the harbour. From the S, the oil refinery about 1.5 miles SE is unmissable. '''Marina Poseidon''' and '''Porto Santa Maria Maggiore''' are both situated off the long sandy coast around a mile N of the commercial harbour, whereas '''Marina del Nettuno''' lies in the NW corner of the commercial harbour itself. All three marinas are well sheltered from N and W winds, but exposed to S and SE winds. With strong winds from this direction, [[Messina]] or even [[Reggio di Calabria]] on the mainland offer better protection. | ||
- | == | + | ==Berthing== |
- | + | Yachts do not use the large commercial port. | |
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- | === | + | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== |
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+ | | lat=38.21862| lon=15.24352 | ||
+ | | type= berth| name= Marina del Nettuno | ||
+ | | url = http://www.marinadelnettuno.it | ||
+ | | zoom= 17 | ||
+ | | image= MilazzoNettuno.jpg | imagetext= Marina del Nettuno | ||
+ | | text= Marina del Nettuno lies in the NE corner of the commercial harbour and consists of five pontoons extending out from the quay and protected by a concrete wave break. Depths in the harbour entrance are 8.0 - 12.0 metres and at the pontoons 6.0 - 8.0 metres. The pontoons provide a total of 140 berths (including 14 for yachts in transit), most of them on finger pontoons, for vessels of a maximum length of 40 metres. Water and electricity are available at all berths (separate charge). Toilets and showers. Fuel station on the quay (24 hrs). Fixed crane (60 T). Travel lift (10 T). Most engine, electrical and hull repairs. Divers. Winter maintenance. Internet. Call on VHF channel 09 prior to entry or telephone +39 090.9281180. | ||
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+ | Cost in October 2013: Euros 100 per night for 13 meters (--[[User:JeanF73|s/v Seatern]] 16:46, 11 September 2013 (BST)). | ||
+ | : {{email|[email protected]}}; Tel: {{phone|39|90|9281 180}}; Mob: {{phone|39|389|586 7236}}; Fax: {{fax|39|90|928 8982}}; VHF channel 09 | ||
+ | : Address: 4 Piazza Nastasi, Milazzo 98057, Sicily, Italy | ||
+ | : Hours: | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{hold vertical}} | ||
+ | {{poi | lat= 38.22614| lon=15.2444 | ||
+ | | type= marina | ||
+ | | name= Marina Santa Maria Maggiore | ||
+ | | altname= | ||
+ | | url = http://www.portodimilazzo.it | ||
+ | | zoom= 17 | ||
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+ | | image= MilazzoSantaMaria.jpg | ||
+ | | imagetext=Porto Santa Maria Maggiore | ||
+ | | text= Porto Santa Maria Maggiore is situated just over one mile N of the commercial harbour, off the beach of Vaccarella. Protected from N by a concrete L-shaped breakwater, the marina has three floating pontoons with a total of 320 berths for yachts up to 100 metres. Depths range from 3.0 - 25.0 metres. The marina is open to winds from S and SE. Water and electricity on the pontoons. Toilets and showers. Divers. | ||
+ | Cost in October 2013: Euros 100 per night for 13 meters (--[[User:JeanF73|s/v Seatern]] | ||
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+ | 16:46, 11 September 2013 (BST)). Cost in October 2013: Euros 60 per night for 12 meters (--[[User:Stefvero|Stefvero]]). | ||
+ | : {{email|[email protected] }}; Tel: {{phone|39|90|922 1002}}; Mob: {{mob|39|348|556 3215}}; VHF channel 15 | ||
+ | : Address: Lungomare Garibaldi Milazzo 98057, Sicily, Italy | ||
+ | : Hours: | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | {{poi | lat= 38.22898| lon=15.24745 | ||
+ | | type= marina | ||
+ | | name= Marina Poseidon | ||
+ | | altname= | ||
+ | | url = http://www.poseidonmarina.it/index/en/ | ||
+ | | zoom= 17 | ||
+ | | portofentry= | ||
+ | | image= Italy_MarinaPoseidon.jpg | ||
+ | | imagetext=View of the marina | ||
+ | | text= Marina Poseidon is situated just N of Porto Santa Maria Maggiore, in Poseidon Bay. Protected from NE by a breakwater, the marina has three floating pontoons with a total of 160 berths for yachts up to 35 metres. Depths range from 2.0 - 10.0 metres. The marina is open to winds from S and SE. Water and electricity on the pontoons. Toilets and showers. Fuel station on the quay (0800 - 2000). Mobile crane (60 T). Most engine, electrical and electronic repairs. Sail repairs. Divers. | ||
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+ | Cost in October 2013: Euros 50 per night for 13 meters (--[[User:JeanF73|s/v Seatern]] 16:46, 11 September 2013 (BST)). | ||
+ | : {{email|[email protected]}}; Tel: {{phone|39|90|922 2564}}; Mob: {{mob|39|338|313 1296}}; Fax: {{fax|39|90|922 2564}}; VHF channel 09 | ||
+ | : Address: Lungomare Garibaldi c.da vaccarella 1, 98057 Milazzo ME, Sicily, Italy | ||
+ | : Hours: | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ==Anchorages== | ||
In settled weather only, anchor in the bay of Milazzo off the beach. The holding is good in 8.0 - 12.0 metres in sand. Shelter is reasonable from W and NW. | In settled weather only, anchor in the bay of Milazzo off the beach. The holding is good in 8.0 - 12.0 metres in sand. Shelter is reasonable from W and NW. | ||
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- | + | |Water| At all marinas | |
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+ | |Toilets| In all marinas | ||
+ | |Showers| In all marinas | ||
+ | |Laundry| [[#Marina del Nettuno|Marina del Nettuno]] can arrange | ||
+ | |Garbage| Bins at all marinas | ||
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- | + | |Fuel| Fuel at [[#Marina del Nettuno|Marina del Nettuno]] and [[#Marina Poseidon|Marina Poseidon]] | |
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+ | |Chandlers| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
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+ | |header|Services | ||
+ | |Repairs| Most repairs can be organised through [[#Marina del Nettuno|Marina del Nettuno]] or [[#Marina Poseidon|Marina Poseidon]] | ||
+ | |Internet| WiFi at [[#Marina del Nettuno|Marina del Nettuno]] | ||
+ | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Vehicle rentals| Several outlets in the town | ||
+ | }} | ||
- | == | + | ==Provisioning== |
Numerous provisions shops in the town. | Numerous provisions shops in the town. | ||
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Restaurants close to all marinas. | Restaurants close to all marinas. | ||
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* Ferries to [[Aeolian Islands]]. | * Ferries to [[Aeolian Islands]]. | ||
* Ferries to [[Naples]]. | * Ferries to [[Naples]]. | ||
- | == | + | ==Tourism== |
- | + | ====History==== | |
- | + | Formerly known in ancient times as Mylae, its strategic position has made it the focus for several battles, notably between Romans and Carthaginians in 260 BC, the fleets of Octavian and Pompey in 36 BC and the forces of Garibaldi and the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies in 1860. | |
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+ | ====Places to Visit==== | ||
+ | Milazzo is not a particularly attractive spot, more a convenient stop-off. However, the 16th century castle is 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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- | ''See [[Italy#References | + | ''See [[Italy#References|Italy]]''. |
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* Information compiled from web research (please update if possible)--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 17:21, 17 November 2010 (UTC) | * Information compiled from web research (please update if possible)--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 17:21, 17 November 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Milazzo
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The large commercial port of Milazzo lies around 25 miles west of the Straits of Messina at the root of the four miles long Capo di Milazzo which juts out from the NE coast of Sicily towards the Aeolian Islands. Today, although rather grimy and industrial, the harbour of Milazzo has three marinas with a total of 620 berths, providing a useful stop-off point for yachts cruising the N coast of Sicily or en route between the Aeolian Islands and the Straits of Messina.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1976 - Capo di Bonifati to Capo San Vito
- Italian
- 918
Weather
The prevailing winds around the Aeolian Islands during the summer tend to be from NW or NE, although in calm weather sea breezes 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 (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
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
In the approach from N, the 16th century Spanish castle is conspicuous about one mile N of the harbour. From the S, the oil refinery about 1.5 miles SE is unmissable. Marina Poseidon and Porto Santa Maria Maggiore are both situated off the long sandy coast around a mile N of the commercial harbour, whereas Marina del Nettuno lies in the NW corner of the commercial harbour itself. All three marinas are well sheltered from N and W winds, but exposed to S and SE winds. With strong winds from this direction, Messina or even Reggio di Calabria on the mainland offer better protection.
Berthing
Yachts do not use the large commercial port.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Marina del Nettuno
Marina del Nettuno lies in the NE corner of the commercial harbour and consists of five pontoons extending out from the quay and protected by a concrete wave break. Depths in the harbour entrance are 8.0 - 12.0 metres and at the pontoons 6.0 - 8.0 metres. The pontoons provide a total of 140 berths (including 14 for yachts in transit), most of them on finger pontoons, for vessels of a maximum length of 40 metres. Water and electricity are available at all berths (separate charge). Toilets and showers. Fuel station on the quay (24 hrs). Fixed crane (60 T). Travel lift (10 T). Most engine, electrical and hull repairs. Divers. Winter maintenance. Internet. Call on VHF channel 09 prior to entry or telephone +39 090.9281180.
Cost in October 2013: Euros 100 per night for 13 meters (--s/v Seatern 16:46, 11 September 2013 (BST)).
- [email protected]; Tel: +39 (90) 9281 180; Mob: +39 (389) 586 7236; Fax: +39 (90) 928 8982; VHF channel 09
- Address: 4 Piazza Nastasi, Milazzo 98057, Sicily, Italy
- Hours:
Marina Santa Maria Maggiore
Porto Santa Maria Maggiore is situated just over one mile N of the commercial harbour, off the beach of Vaccarella. Protected from N by a concrete L-shaped breakwater, the marina has three floating pontoons with a total of 320 berths for yachts up to 100 metres. Depths range from 3.0 - 25.0 metres. The marina is open to winds from S and SE. Water and electricity on the pontoons. Toilets and showers. Divers. Cost in October 2013: Euros 100 per night for 13 meters (--s/v Seatern
16:46, 11 September 2013 (BST)). Cost in October 2013: Euros 60 per night for 12 meters (--Stefvero).
- [email protected]; Tel: +39 (90) 922 1002; Mob: +39 (348) 556 3215; VHF channel 15
- Address: Lungomare Garibaldi Milazzo 98057, Sicily, Italy
- Hours:
Marina Poseidon
Marina Poseidon is situated just N of Porto Santa Maria Maggiore, in Poseidon Bay. Protected from NE by a breakwater, the marina has three floating pontoons with a total of 160 berths for yachts up to 35 metres. Depths range from 2.0 - 10.0 metres. The marina is open to winds from S and SE. Water and electricity on the pontoons. Toilets and showers. Fuel station on the quay (0800 - 2000). Mobile crane (60 T). Most engine, electrical and electronic repairs. Sail repairs. Divers.
Cost in October 2013: Euros 50 per night for 13 meters (--s/v Seatern 16:46, 11 September 2013 (BST)).
- [email protected]; Tel: +39 (90) 922 2564; Mob: +39 (338) 313 1296; Fax: +39 (90) 922 2564; VHF channel 09
- Address: Lungomare Garibaldi c.da vaccarella 1, 98057 Milazzo ME, Sicily, Italy
- Hours:
Anchorages
In settled weather only, anchor in the bay of Milazzo off the beach. The holding is good in 8.0 - 12.0 metres in sand. Shelter is reasonable from W and NW.
Amenities
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Water | At all marinas |
Electricity | At all marinas |
Toilets | In all marinas |
Showers | In all marinas |
Laundry | Marina del Nettuno can arrange |
Garbage | Bins at all marinas |
Supplies | |
Fuel | Fuel at Marina del Nettuno and Marina Poseidon |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | ? |
Services | |
Repairs | Most repairs can be organised through Marina del Nettuno or Marina Poseidon |
Internet | WiFi at Marina del Nettuno |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | Several outlets in the town |
Provisioning
Numerous provisions shops in the town.
Eating out
Restaurants close to all marinas.
Transportation
- Ferries to Aeolian Islands.
- Ferries to Naples.
Tourism
History
Formerly known in ancient times as Mylae, its strategic position has made it the focus for several battles, notably between Romans and Carthaginians in 260 BC, the fleets of Octavian and Pompey in 36 BC and the forces of Garibaldi and the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies in 1860.
Places to Visit
Milazzo is not a particularly attractive spot, more a convenient stop-off. However, the 16th century castle is 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
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.
Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Milazzo and this page's details validated:
- Information compiled from web research (please update if possible)--Athene of Lymington 17:21, 17 November 2010 (UTC)
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