From Elba to Nice – Tuscany, Liguria, Côte d’Azur
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Sailing area:
The sailing area connects some of the most varied coastlines of the western Mediterranean. The beautiful, picturesque bays of Elba, the remote volcanic island of Capraia, the steep coasts of Liguria and finally the elegant Riviera around Sanremo as well as the Côte d'Azur and Nice.
After we have had our fill of Elba, we sail on a north-westerly course into the Ligurian Sea. There the volcanic island of Capraia with its tranquil harbour and black rocks awaits us.
As soon as a weather window opens up for us, we set about the crossing to the Ligurian coast.
Having arrived in Lerici or Porto Venere near La Spezia, we experience Liguria at its most spectacular. Rugged cliffs fall directly into the sea, and some of the picturesque harbour towns literally cling to the rocks. Between the colourful houses in the old fishing harbours, cosy Italy still seems to be present everywhere.
West of Portofino the wild coast changes and gradually becomes wider, flatter and more elegant. Around Noli or Sanremo one can already sense the French Riviera. Palms, promenades and fashionable harbour towns now appear ever more frequently.
In sailing terms the area offers an exciting mix of longer sailing days, bay hopping and harbour town romance. Particularly in the Ligurian Sea, weather and wind can change quickly. Mistral and thermal winds repeatedly provide varied conditions.
Upon arrival in Nice we will see how far we have travelled. By that I do not mean the number of miles, but the changes in culture and landscape. After the wild landscapes of Corsica and the steep coasts of Liguria, the voyage ends with savoir-vivre and the flair of the Côte d'Azur.
Voyage:
We start on Elba, perhaps making a few more swimming stops before we set about the crossing to Capraia. Here we take time to await the right weather window for the 60 nautical mile crossing to the Ligurian coast.
Here we find some beautiful harbours and anchorages, above all Lerici and Porto Venere, and can relax and enjoy ourselves a little.
We continue on our sailing trip along the Ligurian coast to Portofino, whose small natural harbour has attracted sailors and the jet set alike for decades.
We leave the industry of Genoa to starboard, head for the area around Noli and then follow the increasingly elegant Riviera westwards at a leisurely pace. Palms, promenades and fashionable harbours now appear ever more frequently. From Menton, just after the Italian-French border, the Côte d'Azur begins. We might give Monaco a miss and finish this exciting tour at the famous Cap Ferrat.
The cabin charter voyage finally ends in Nice. Entering the harbour, you pass the sheer cliff of the castle hill and then sail right into the colourful heart of the city.
Vessel:
SY ANNA is a Bavaria Cruiser 45 (built 2013) and undeniably one of the best models Bavaria has ever built. Solid, fast, comfortable and with extras such as a watermaker, Code Zero (108m²) and ample refrigeration and battery capacity, she is perfect for long sailing voyages.
The hull design is by Bruce Farr, whilst BMW Designworks were responsible for deck layout and interior architecture. The result is a well-balanced yacht with very good sailing characteristics and great comfort on board – a vessel that is simply a pleasure to sail.
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