BAGNAR CALABRA

E30 p/n

First impressions were that it was a petite, compact little port with all services and relatively sheltered berths. 

The hills above the marina are covered in terraced vineyards

We set off to explore the local area and found it very disappointing. 

There seemed to be a problem with rubbish collection and general cleanliness. The stench from the huge bins along the promenade was awful. Rubbish was everywhere, as though the easiest way to get rid of unwanted hard and soft waste was to thrown it over the rocks or pile it up in every corner. It was such a pity as it promised to as pleasant experience as the ports further north.

There were very few shops and almost all of them were shut for lunch, however we found a good Gelateria. The prices were amazing. 

A beer for David, a gelati and a chocolate cream puff for me and all for just E2.50 ($3.50).How they make a living is beyond us!

What seemed to be a quiet little marina changed around 6pm. Local families in their huge power boats arrived and squashed into every available space, had a few disagreements about moorings and then disappeared on their bikes and in their cars.

We were amazed to see the huge swordfish fishing boats along the coast with many of them coming from this small harbour. The 2 men at the top of the tower were awe-inspiring to say the least.

We spent most of the afternoon relaxing and at 8pm headed off to the local restaurant in the marina for tea.  As usual we ordered one pizza and had plenty to share between us.  The restaurant was booked for an 18^th birthday party  which did not giving us something to look forward to during the evening.  We managed to get some sleep by about 1.30am and we set off to Reggio Calabria next morning.

mooring E30 p/n