Alfredo Contaldovideo
Sailing in autumn ⛵NAPLES MISENO POSILLIPO by sailboat - enchanting places, history and good food
April 9, 2023 · 17 min · 3K views · Bay of Miseno
What this video covers
Alfredo Contaldo and a guest skipper sail the 12-mile route from Darsena Acton in Naples to the Baia di Miseno for an overnight anchorage.1:50 The crew navigates the Gulf of Naples at night, anchoring in the sheltered bay of Miseno, a site historically significant for its Roman ruins and submerged villas affected by bradyseism.7:17 The following day, the crew deploys a tender to explore local tuff grottos, requiring a spark plug replacement on the outboard motor.6:02 They then transit to Marechiaro off the coast of Posillipo to anchor near Villa Rosebery.11:13 The trip includes coastal exploration of the Gaiola Marine Protected Area and a seafood lunch featuring sea bream, squid, and prawns.12:26 Despite light wind conditions, the crew attempts short sailing maneuvers in the afternoon before returning to Darsena Acton.14:02
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