The Aeolian Islands - General Info
Description:
The Aeolian Islands are a volcanic archipelago in the Tyrrhenian Sea north of Sicily and are a very popular tourist destination.
Because the largest island is called Lipari, the islands are sometimes referred to as the Lipari Islands or Lipari group. The other islands include Vulcano, Salina, Stromboli, Filicudi, Alicudi, and Panarea.
Stromboli is a stratovolcano that rises to an elevation of 924 m (3 031 feet). It is renowned for its Strombolian eruptions and is characterized by mild explosive activity and lava flows. Stromboli’s eruptive history spans millennia and records of activity date back to over a thousand years. The volcano’s frequent activity has earned it the moniker “Lighthouse of the Mediterranean.”
Each island has its own unique characteristics and with the on-going volcanic activity here, these islands should not be missed.
These islands get very busy between 15 July and 20 August.
Position:
38° 28.6’N, 14° 57.72’E (Porto Pignotaro, Lipari)
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Porto Pignotaro in Lipari has more than one company offering berths. We chose EolMare, which are the docks on the left as you enter the harbour. They stand by on VHF Channel 09. Rates are listed on their website, but our 15-meter boat in late May 2017 was 60 euros per night. Free water (non-potable, but great for rinsing the boat), free electricity, and free wifi. We stayed two nights and the third night was free. The showers were the best we have yet found anywhere in Sicily. Extremely helpful and friendly staff. The Marinaros speak some English, and berthing stern to with laid moorings was a breeze. The office staff speaks excellent English. You do get some roll from the ferry wash, but all in all, we found this an excellent place to stay at a very competitive price.
Steve Brown – Orontes II