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{{IsPartOf|Mediterranean|Italy|Ligurian Coast}} | {{IsPartOf|Mediterranean|Italy|Ligurian Coast}} | ||
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+ | | lat= 44.3525|lon=8.56867 | ||
+ | | name= Varazze | ||
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| image= VarazzeMarina.jpg | | image= VarazzeMarina.jpg | ||
| imagetext= Varazze Marina during construction | | imagetext= Varazze Marina during construction | ||
- | + | | summary= Varazze is a small resort town on the Ligurian coast of [[Italy]] around five miles NE of [[Savona]] and 12 miles SW of [[Genoa]]. The town is popular with Italian tourists and the population of 14,00 swells to several times that during the holiday months of July and August. For yachtsmen, the town’s main attraction is its sheltered 700-berth marina, [[Varazze Marina]], which provides a useful alternative to the busy harbours of [[Savona]] or [[Genoa]] a few miles along the coast. | |
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- | Varazze is a small resort town on the Ligurian coast of [[Italy]] around five miles NE of [[Savona]] and 12 miles SW of [[Genoa]]. | + | | news= |
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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==Weather== | ==Weather== | ||
- | The prevailing winds along the western part of the Ligurian coast during the summer are a SW or SE | + | The prevailing winds along the western part of the Ligurian coast during the summer are a SW or SE sea breeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5. Along the eastern part of the coast, the winds tend to come more from W or NW and are again usually little more than moderate. While infrequent, gales are not unknown during the spring and early summer and are typically caused by depressions further west in the Golfe du Lion which bring strong N winds as they move further E. In winter, the ''tramontana'', a strong N wind off the Alps, is more frequent, although the ''libecchio'' is a strong SW wind that can affect the whole of the Ligurian coast and blow for several days, causing heavy seas. |
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 La Garde (Toulon), Roma and Cagliari (Sardinia) | * Navtex weather forecasts are broadcast from stations at La Garde (Toulon), Roma and Cagliari (Sardinia) | ||
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+ | ==Passages== | ||
+ | ''See [[Mediterranean#Mediterranean_Passages|Mediterranean]]''. | ||
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+ | ==Islands== | ||
+ | None. | ||
==Communication== | ==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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==Navigation== | ==Navigation== | ||
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==Berthing== | ==Berthing== | ||
- | + | The harbor is operated as a marina. | |
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ||
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It is possible to anchor in the bay just E of the harbour, clear of the small craft moorings. Depths here are 4.0 - 5.0 metres and the holding is good in sand. The bay here is well sheltered from all directions except S and E. | It is possible to anchor in the bay just E of the harbour, clear of the small craft moorings. Depths here are 4.0 - 5.0 metres and the holding is good in sand. The bay here is well sheltered from all directions except S and E. | ||
+ | ==Amenities== | ||
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- | + | |Water| In [[Varazze Marina]] | |
- | In [[Varazze Marina]] | + | |Electricity| In [[Varazze Marina]] |
+ | |Toilets| In [[Varazze Marina]] | ||
+ | |Showers| In [[Varazze Marina]] | ||
+ | |Laundry| In [[Varazze Marina]] | ||
+ | |Garbage| Bins in the [[Varazze Marina]] | ||
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- | + | |Fuel| Fuel dock in [[Varazze Marina]] | |
+ | |Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Chandlers| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
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- | + | |Repairs| Boatyard 400 metres E of the marina. Hardstanding. Slipway. Travel lift (100 T). Mobile crane (35 T). Engine, electrical and electronic repairs. Wood, fiberglass and steel repairs. Sail repairs. Divers. | |
- | + | |Internet| WiFi in [[Varazze Marina]] | |
+ | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Vehicle rentals| Several rental outlets in the town | ||
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- | == | + | ==Provisioning== |
Excellent provisions shops in the town E of the [[Varazze Marina|marina]]. | Excellent provisions shops in the town E of the [[Varazze Marina|marina]]. | ||
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Numerous bars and restaurants in the town. | Numerous bars and restaurants in the town. | ||
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- | + | {{GreenText|List transportation (local and/or international.)}} | |
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- | == | + | ==Tourism== |
- | + | Although there are some pretty 15th and 16th century churches and remnant of the town’s mediaeval walls, the main attraction of Varazze is its beach and beachfront promenade. The ''Passeggiata Europa'' (Europa Walk) is a walking trail along the route of the former Genoa-Ventimiglia railway, connecting Varazze to the neighbouring town of Cogoleto. The path transits a rocky landscape thick with Aleppo pines and passes a series of small coves rich with birdlife. | |
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==Friends== | ==Friends== | ||
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==Links== | ==Links== | ||
* {{wikipedia}} | * {{wikipedia}} | ||
+ | * [http://www.noonsite.com/Countries/Italy/Savona Noonsite] | ||
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- | ==References | + | ==References== |
- | ''See [[Italy#References | + | ''See [[Italy#References|Italy]]''. |
- | {{Comments | + | {{Comments}} |
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* Data compiled from web research (please update if possible) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 16:07, 24 November 2010 (UTC) | * Data compiled from web research (please update if possible) --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 16:07, 24 November 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Varazze
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Varazze is a small resort town on the Ligurian coast of Italy around five miles NE of Savona and 12 miles SW of Genoa. The town is popular with Italian tourists and the population of 14,00 swells to several times that during the holiday months of July and August. For yachtsmen, the town’s main attraction is its sheltered 700-berth marina, Varazze Marina, which provides a useful alternative to the busy harbours of Savona or Genoa a few miles along the coast.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1998 - Nice to Livorno, including Gulf of Genoa.
- Italian
- 909
- 2
- 104
Weather
The prevailing winds along the western part of the Ligurian coast during the summer are a SW or SE sea breeze, which rarely gets up much above force 4-5. Along the eastern part of the coast, the winds tend to come more from W or NW and are again usually little more than moderate. While infrequent, gales are not unknown during the spring and early summer and are typically caused by depressions further west in the Golfe du Lion which bring strong N winds as they move further E. In winter, the tramontana, a strong N wind off the Alps, is more frequent, although the libecchio is a strong SW wind that can affect the whole of the Ligurian coast and blow for several days, causing heavy seas.
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 La Garde (Toulon), Roma and Cagliari (Sardinia)
Passages
See Mediterranean.
Islands
None.
Communication
Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
See Varazze Marina.
Berthing
The harbor is operated as a marina.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
It is possible to anchor in the bay just E of the harbour, clear of the small craft moorings. Depths here are 4.0 - 5.0 metres and the holding is good in sand. The bay here is well sheltered from all directions except S and E.
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | In Varazze Marina |
Electricity | In Varazze Marina |
Toilets | In Varazze Marina |
Showers | In Varazze Marina |
Laundry | In Varazze Marina |
Garbage | Bins in the Varazze Marina |
Supplies | |
Fuel | Fuel dock in Varazze Marina |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | ? |
Services | |
Repairs | Boatyard 400 metres E of the marina. Hardstanding. Slipway. Travel lift (100 T). Mobile crane (35 T). Engine, electrical and electronic repairs. Wood, fiberglass and steel repairs. Sail repairs. Divers. |
Internet | WiFi in Varazze Marina |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | Several rental outlets in the town |
Provisioning
Excellent provisions shops in the town E of the marina.
Eating out
Numerous bars and restaurants in the town.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
Although there are some pretty 15th and 16th century churches and remnant of the town’s mediaeval walls, the main attraction of Varazze is its beach and beachfront promenade. The Passeggiata Europa (Europa Walk) is a walking trail along the route of the former Genoa-Ventimiglia railway, connecting Varazze to the neighbouring town of Cogoleto. The path transits a rocky landscape thick with Aleppo pines and passes a series of small coves rich with birdlife.
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
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Varazze and this page's details validated:
- Data compiled from web research (please update if possible) --Athene of Lymington 16:07, 24 November 2010 (UTC)
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