Calvi

1. Calvi – imbarco pilota Pilot boards42°36.8′N 008°44.5′E

Size limits

LOA 120m, draught 7.5m.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Seasonal Area for ships of 100m or less in length, Winter Dec 16 to Mar 15, Summer Mar 16 to Dec 15.

Tides

Range 0.3m.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

Approach and entry: The port is approached from the NE through Golfe de Calvi and entered S of Jetee Nord-Est which extends SE from the foot of the citadel.

From a position NE of La Revallata Light 42°35.0'N 008°43.5'E the track leads S passing, with positions relative to the light:

W of Punta Spano 3.5nm ENE, then:

W of Punta Caldanu 3.25nm E, on which stands a ruined tower, to a position 1.25nm NW of Camp Raffali water tower 3.5nm ESE.

From this position the recommended track leads SW through the regulated area passing, with positions relative to Port de Calvi Pier, also known as Jetee Nord-Est, Head Light (42°34.1'N 008°45.8'E) (white square turret, dark green top, 10m in height):

NW of a fish haven 0.7nm ENE, marked by a lightbuoy (W cardinal), then:

SE of Calvi citadel NE light 0.2nm N (framework tower, green top, on white house, 6m in height), then:

SE of the belfry 0.15nm NW standing within the citadel, then:

SE of the Pier Head Light.

The track then leads S of the Pier Head Light then NNW towards the berth.

Mariners should note the N cardinal lightbuoy and a mooring buoy respectively 0.2nm SSE and 0.1nm SW of the Pier Head Light.

Anchorages

Anchorage can be obtained within Golfe de Calvi in depths of 5.0-30m, sand and weed. The recommended anchorage is in a depth of 12.0m, sand and weed, 0.15nm E of the head of the yacht harbour breakwater. The best shelter for small vessels is obtained by anchoring as close as possible to a tower at the W end of Quai Nord.

Prohibited anchorage: Anchorage is prohibited between June and September in an area, marked by lightbuoys at its W end, to the SE of the port. The area is used for small vessel moorings during this period.

Cables land in the vicinity of Punta San Francesco (42°34.3'N 008°45.3'E), anchoring trawling and dredging are prohibited in the area 0.5nm wide extending 0.6nm NNE from the coast.

Restrictions

Regulations concerning entry: A regulated area, 0.2nm wide and extends 0.8nm NE from the port. Vessels below 20m in length and sailing vessels may enter the area, to enter or leave the port, but are prohibited from stopping. These vessels must give way to warships and power driven vessels of 50m length or greater.

Charts and publications

BA 1425, 1974, 1999. Admiralty Pilot NP46, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Notify ETA upon departure from last port of call, then every 24 hours before arrival with confirmation to vessel's agent 12 hours prior to arrival.

Communications

VHF: Port: Ch 16, 09. Daylight hours only.

Standard messages

Confirmation of arrival. Eventual gas free confirmation in case of OBO ships.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered in accordance with the Charter Party.

Health

Request for pratique to be made to Harbour Control prior to arrival.

Renewal of Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates is possible with prior notice to agent.

Customs and immigration

Usual regulations for cigarettes and spirits.

Seaman's Book and/or passport must be available onboard for presentation to the Immigration department.

Flags

Flags to be displayed: During bunkering "B" flag and on arrival "Q" flag.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU, Indian Ocean MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

Position: Head of Sea Defense.

Address: 22 Rue Monge, Paris, F-75005, France

Tel: +33 01 40 81 85 30

Fax: +33 01 40 81 70 53

Mob: +33 06 17 15 01 80

Email: [email protected]

For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org

Repairs

Available with Slipway and a 50t boat lift.

Diesel Balagne Services, Route de Montemaggiore, 20214 Calenzana, Tel: +33 4 95 65 17 01 Fax: +33 4 95 65 10 53, AD 1000.

Nautic, Route de Calvi, F-20260 Lumio, Tel: +33 4 95 60 63 52.

Nautic Service, Le Rivoli, Route du Stade, 20260 Calvi, Tel: +33 4 95 65 21 24, Fax: +33 4 95 65 39 72.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available for small vessels.

Medical

Center De Calvi Balagne Hospital, 3.5km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Calvi-Sainte-Catherine Airport located at Calvi, 7.4km.

Nearest railway: Calvi.

Working hours

Winter: 0800-1800hrs. Summer: 0700-2100hrs.

Where it is

Calvi is situated on the NW coast of Corsica.

The port

Calvi is a small commercial and fishing port with a large yacht harbour. The port is sheltered from the N. Partial protection from N and NE winds is provided by a small jetty which projects SSE from the shore near the SE angle of a citadel.

Where does the pilot board at Calvi?

The pilot boards at Calvi – imbarco pilota, 42°36.8′N 008°44.5′E.

What time zone is Calvi in?

Local time at Calvi is UTC+1. Clocks go to UTC+2 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+1 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the water density at Calvi?

1025.

Which load line zone is Calvi in?

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Seasonal Area for ships of 100m or less in length, Winter Dec 16 to Mar 15, Summer Mar 16 to Dec 15.

Who carries out Port State Control at Calvi?

Port State Control at Calvi: Paris MOU, Indian Ocean MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Calvi?

The UN/LOCODE of Calvi is FRCLY.

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