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Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria

ITVSG🇮🇹Italy

Port Location

About Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria

This port serves as a vital ferry terminal connecting mainland Italy to Sicily. Primarily handling passenger and vehicle ferries, it facilitates crucial transit across the Strait of Messina. The port is equipped with tugs and requires pilotage for operations.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
40100 →
GeoNames ID
11978959 →
Wikidata
Q3909301 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ITVSG
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Tyrrhenian Sea
Latitude
38.2222°
Longitude
15.6334°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria?+
The approach to Villa San Giovanni, Calabria is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Villa San Giovanni (Molo de Ponente) Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the SW. Other aids include Messina Cable Tower (2.8 NM NNE), Torre degli Inglesi (Torre di Capo Peloro) (3 NM NNE), Reggio Calabria Molo de Ponente (5.7 NM S), Reggio Calabria Molo de Sottoflutto (5.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria?+
The Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria?+
You can track vessels near Villa San Giovanni, Calabria (ITVSG) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for ITVSG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria?+
The Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria?+
VILLA SAN GIOVANNI (UN/Locode: ITVSG), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 38.22216° N, 15.63337° E.
Where is the Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria located?+
Coordinates: 38.22216° N, 15.63337° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MESSINA — UN/Locode: ITMSN — 38.20026° N, 15.56347° EREGGIO — UN/Locode: ITREG — 38.12500° N, 15.65029° EMILAZZO — UN/Locode: ITMLZ — 38.21801° N, 15.25929° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Villa San Giovanni, Calabria?+
Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.