- Shelter
- NE, E
- Seabed
- rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Anchorage off Punta Spano, on the rocky coast between Lumio and Algajola, about 3 nautical miles north-east of Calvi in Balagne, Corsica.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Approach from seaward with good visibility: the seabed is rock and requires a careful choice of drop zone in the sand patches between the slabs. Holding is uncertain on rock, snorkelling over the anchor is advisable. Fully exposed to prevailing westerlies and the libeccio.
Practical
No services. Nearest fuel and water at Port Eugène Ceccaldi in Sant'Ambroggio, 1.2 nautical miles to the east. Calvi marina 2.9 nautical miles to the south-west with full services.
Ashore
Pointe de Spano walking path along the granite coast. The beach of Algajola, 1 nautical mile to the north-east, backed by the fortified village of Algajola with its Genoese citadel built in the 16th century.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 42.60004, 8.80240 (42°36.00'N 8°48.14'E)
- Country
- France
- Shelter
- Sheltered from north-east, east winds
- Seabed
- rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Boaters' rating
- 4.5/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Punta Spano lies at 42°36.00'N 8°48.14'E, that is 42.60004, 8.80240 in decimal degrees.
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Write a reviewFrequently asked questions
Which winds is Punta Spano sheltered from?
Punta Spano is sheltered from north-east, east winds.
Can you anchor at Punta Spano?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Punta Spano.
How do boaters rate Punta Spano?
Punta Spano is rated 4.5/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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