Porto di San Nicola

Located in the southwestern part of the island of the same name, the port of San Nicola is one of the few ports of call on the Tremiti Islands.

The ports is located within a small natural inlet and consists of two piers, one in the southeast that measures about 80 meters and another in the northwest area.
Access for recreational boats can be from the north side or from the south side.
In the former case care must be taken to keep to starboard and not to moor at a distance of less than 50 meters from the Radice of the pier, because after this distance the seabed becomes extremely shallow; on the south side, however, mooring is not recommended.

Due to its small size, the port’s availability is limited to a few berths for small boats.
Berthing at the wharf is allowed almost exclusively in the evening and nighttime hours, because landing during the day is reserved for ferries and hydrofoils.

The ports does not offer very many services. It does not have a fuel pump, however, it does give the option of ordering drums of fuel to be able to refill your boat’s tank.

Travelers who land in the ports of San Nicola can enjoy views of the fortified complex of Santa Maria del Mare-with its castle and abbey-overhanging the port and a glimpse of the island of San Domino, the largest of the islands in the Tremiti archipelago. All the islands are part of the Puglia region, in the Gargano territory, and are included within the Marine Protected Area of the same name.

The ports waters are clear, and if the moored boats do not overcrowd the area, it is pleasant to stop on the beach to indulge in a swim and enjoy the tranquility of the place. Various are the beautiful caves that can be found by taking a tour of the island, making to the various rocks that emerge near the coast.
Also very picturesque is the beach of Marinella, in the northwestern part of the island

The island of San Nicola can also be easily reached by scheduled ferries and hydrofoils, departing from Vieste, Rodi Garganico and Termoli.
Landing on the mainland, one can almost immediately find bars and restaurants where local specialties can be enjoyed. Moving further into the center of the island, it is easy to find more restaurants and a few bed&breakfasts.

Less verdant than the other islands in the archipelago, St. Nicholas is composed of a rock plateau and is known for the beauty of its architecture and historical evidence, dating as far back as the Hellenistic period. The Santa Maria del Mare complex includes the church that was built in the 11th century by monks from Montecassino, an event that earned the island the nickname “Montecassino in Mezzo al mare.”

The island will undoubtedly delight diving enthusiasts, with its seabed rich in marine vegetation and varied fauna.

The port of San Nicola is an excellent choice for mooring at night while enjoying the beauty that the Tremiti Islands can offer.