Lavezzi archipelago
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Lavezzi archipelago
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The archipelago is a collection of granite islands, islets and rocks located in about 6 NM SE of Bonifacio in Corse-du-Sud. This is the southernmost point of mainland France.
Charts
Weather
See Bonifacio - weather.
Passages
See Mediterranean.
Islands
Two main islands:
- Cavallo, the only inhabited, with its two islets: San Baïnso and Camaro Canto
- Lavezzo , on which the lighthouse was built in 1874.
And a few islets:
- Porraggia
- Ratino
- Piana
- Sperduto (Perduto) and the rock of Sperduto
The island of Lavezzo is often refered to as Lavezzi, which appears to be incorrect according to various French and Italian sources.
Contacts
Entrance
Berthing
Porto di Cavallo
Anchorages
The anchorages on the archipelago are regulated by the nature reserve authorities.
Lavezzi island
Cala di u Grecu [[Lavezzi archipelago#Cala di u Grecu|Cala di u Grecu]] 41°20.528'N, 009°15.607'E The approach for the one on the east is well marked with yellow buoys forming a channel. Watch out for rocks on both sides. The space is very small and it gets very busy in high season. Not protected from winds apart from SW. Depths of about 3m.
Cala Lazarina [[Lavezzi archipelago#Cala Lazarina|Cala Lazarina]] 41°20.343'N, 009°15.095'E is a popular spot at the SW side of the island. It is more protected from Easterlies.
Cala di Guincu [[Lavezzi archipelago#Cala di Guincu|Cala di Guincu]] 41°20.192'N, 009°15.358'E Just E of the Cala Lazarina tends to be less crowded.
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Provisioning
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Tourism
Lavezzi island
On the island there are 2 cemeteries with casualties of the famous shipwreck in 1855 of La Semillante, in which 700 people died. One cemetery is for the captain and priest alone, and the other is for the remaining 698 people.
Cavallo island
Cavallo is privately owned, but does allow limited access to outsiders. Known for golfing and sailing, there is also a commercial area with restaurants and shops, along with the luxury Hotel & Spa des Pêcheurs. Only bicycles and electric cars are allowed on the island.
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
- Lavezzi archipelago at the Wikipedia
References
See France.
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