The port of Barletta is one among the oldest and most unique Italian harbours. It has a very rich history. Its birth, dating back to the early 4th century, is closely linked to the settlement of some Illyrian and Indo-European communities which had started to use the territory as a commercial place. At first, that stretch of coast didn't seem to be favourable for boats and ships but, later, a first dock was built. Used as a simple anchorage point and a commercial seaport for many years, the structure was subject to some interesting restoration works starting from the 15th century. King Ferdinand of Aragon (Ferdinand I of Naples) built a safer structureand started a long series of renovation and restoration works which finally resulted in the current port of Barletta. Today, the port is not accessible by ships longer than 165 m and with a draft of over 6 m. Together with the harbours of Manfredonia and Monopoli, the port of Barletta is also know as Port Authority of East Coast. This reputation, together with the capacity of its surface and the constant restoration works, make it one of the safest harbours existing in Puglia. The port is, in fact, often subject to works aimed to reduce many potential risks and it is equipped with safe western docks, quays, an eastern barrier and a western pier hosting a wet dock, in addition to another dry dock equipped with a 230-metre pier. The Port of Barletta is an important naval port with a prestigious history which has conquered great reliability amongst the port facilities of Puglia thanks to human investments. Depth in quay from 0,4 to 8 m.

The ancient morphology of the port of Bisceglie had been used as a refuge due to its characteristics since the ancient times. This inlet has always been protected from the sea storms coming from the north, thanks to big natural rocks which were located in correspondence of the graft of the new pier, and offered a good protection from the sea storms coming from the east. Moreover, the presence of a beach with the right slope, which allowed to pull dry small boats, has facilitated the stabilization of a community of fishermen around the marine inlet since the remote times. In 1970 the new western pier was built, but it was destroyed by violent sea storms a few years later. After the reconstruction of this last work it was a given for the port basin to have higher depths. For this reason, the orientation of the port activities was oriented towards the mooring of pleasure boats and fishing boats of small and medium tonnage. During the eighties a discussion about the necessity to construct a new port - tourist channel in proximity of the Lama Paterno, on the communal border with Trani was opened. After bitter controversy, the project was abandoned. Currently in the port of Bisceglie moor many pleasure boats, along the floating docks specially built on the side of the beach and along the new pier; While the old Bourbon pier is intended for the fishing fleet of Bisceglie. The headquarters of the harbormaster's office is located in the municipal building of the former fish market, east of the port basin. Managed by a private company "BisceglieApprodi spa"

The small port of Giovinazzo, which is mainly a fishing port, is protected by the west pier and the east pier. To the east of the port there is also a small pier that can be used by small boats seabed of sand and rock Depth in the quay from 0,50 to 2,30 m.

The port of Molfetta has for centuries had a strategic importance in the Adriatic area, especially in the shipbuilding industry. The carpenters of Molfetta were known throughout the Mediterranean for being excellent manufacturers of boats and ships. As a result, it boasts a series of small shipyards of the first quality since the Middle Ages and still active today and are located on the left side of the port quay. In the past years the port has represented one of the most important junctions regarding the fishing industry of the lower Adriatic. Depths: in quay from 2,1 to 4,8 m; in port from 1,5 to 5 m.

The port of Trani is a natural bay enclosed between two docks: Santa Lucia to the West and Sant' Antonio to the East, the latter being the seat of the summer pier of the municipal Darsena consisting of 5 piers in total, 4 of which are permanent and situated in the port. The port of Trani extends over a body of water of 137,000 square metres, where sea bottoms are sandy and about 4-5 m deep, and a coast of 1,850 m, 900 of which are occupied by operative quays. On the ground, the port surface extends over 24,880 square metres. The port includes some floating piers managed by the City Council and Lega Navale Italiana. The council of Trani, in fact, has set, equipped and currently manages its own port Darsena (wet dock) in order to promote the social and economical development of the port. The municipal dock represents a great tourist attraction for the city of Trani: many Italian and foreign transiting boats are usually docked here in summer, in addition to hundreds of boats moored over the year. A great resource of this port is the presence of quays along all the inner shores: the quay of S.Lucia Dock, with a length of 48 m and a surface of 1,400 square metres, is reserved for cargo ships; the area near the S. Teresa Quay (215 m long) is reserved for fishing boats: the Seminario Quay and a portion of the La ConcaQuay (109 m) are dedicated to fishing vessels; the quays of Piazza Quercia and Piazza Tiepolo (450 m) are reserved for recreational boats. Here, floating piers (618 m in total) host up to 550 boats up to 25 m; 350 berths are specifically reserved for boats ranging from 4 up to 25 m. Finally, the dock of San Nicola contributes to make sea bottom, generally low in the port, stable enough. The port of Trani, together with the namesake city, is one among the most beautiful spots of the Adriatic Coast. Thanks to the beauty of its landscape and tourist services, it is a very popular and appreciated tourist place. Moreover, it often hosts off-shore national and international sailing races. The port area is rich of pizzerias, pubs and restaurants and offers a wonderful frame to many local events: in summer, for example, during the festivities in honour of the saint patron of the city, St. Nicholas, the port becomes a crossing point for religious processions as well as it becomes the ideal spot from where a great sight of fireworks is offered.

The Marina di Brindisi is a new marina situated within the large harbour of Brindisi, well-sheltered by the peninsula of the so-called Forte al Mare, a large monumental structure of the 15th century. Thanks to its strategic location at the gates of the Grande Salento in Puglia, it represents an excellent starting point to explore the amazing coasts of Croatia, Greece, Montenegro, Albania, Otranto, Santa Marina di Leuca, Gallipoli and the whole Ionian Puglia by crossing both the Ionian and the Adriatic sea. In addition to the seaside places, visitors can enjoy short and long-range itineraries and admire picturesque places rich of architecture. Thanks to its proximity to the International airport of Brindisi, it is easily reachable from Europe and the rest of the Mediterranean. The Marina di Brindisi consists of 638 berths for boats from 6 to 35 metres in length. The whole port facility is equipped with a 24/7 videosurveillance system and watchmen cover the area both during the day and at night. The little square and the amphitheatre are the main places where stores and commercial services are concentrated and they often hosts interesting events and competitions. Depths at the piers from 3 to 11 meters.

The tourist port of San Foca is one among the most important marinas in the province of Lecce. Situated about 11 miles north of the port of Otranto, the marina consists of an outer breakwater on the North and a small inner breakwater on the South along with a series of fixed and floating piers. The marina was inaugurated in 2006 and it is currently equipped with 150 berths for boats up to 25 metres in length. All berths are equipped with water and electric charging columns. Thanks to its strategic location, the port guarantees safe sailing experiences in any weather conditions and is one among the most visited and appreciated places in the Adriatic Sea. Just 1 hour away from the international airport of Brindisi, it can be easily reached both by sea and by car. The marina offers a wide range of services.

Marina di Porto Cesareo is a well-sheltered marina with 4 quays, all equipped with water and electric charging columns, and a slipway. The facility offers a winde range of nautical services along with 300 berths for medium-sized boats. Overlooked by the beautiful Torre Cesarea, the marina is rather visible and easily recognisable from a distance. It offers a safe shelter to small ships up to 3 metres in draught. It is protected on the South from a narrow isthmus called "Penisola della Strega". Two black-and-white beacons situated on the north-eastern shore allow boats to enter through a 80-centimetre passage on the starboard side of an insidious shoal located south-east of the "Scoglio di Testa". In the event of the so-called "Calabrian wind" (a south-west wind), waves violently crush onto the mouth of the port and the inner body of water becomes little safe. Sea bottoms are 2.4 metres deep, except for the south-eastern side where the cove is entirely covered with sand. The marina includes two 30-metre long quays, two 25-metre ones and a slipway. Northerly wind and sirocco are the main hardships there. In front of Porto Cesareo, lies a series of islets which includes the popular Isola Grande, also known as Isola dei Conigli (Rabbit Island) which can be exclusively reached by foot from the port or by fishing boats. Vegetation on these inslands, which counts over 200 different vegetal species, contributed to the institution of the protected marine reserve of Porto Cesareo in 1997, marked on the North by Punta Prosciutto and, on the South, by Torre Inserraglio. The seabed offers a wonderful subtropical environment with animals typical of warm seas. The marina fauna includes shellfish, crustaceans, colured fish and turtles. Corals can be found near the coast and at little depth.

Situated in the heart of the Ionian Sea, north-east of the port of Gallipoli, Porto Gaio is a small safe landing port to moor. Well-equipped and exclusively devoted to recreational boats, the facility consists of an outer harbour, a 100-metre floating pier, an inner brekwater and a dry dock. It offers 200 berths, 8 of which are reserved for transiting units. When entering the marina, boaters are required to follow the specific passage marked by two orange buoys. Depths: from 1,8 (inside dock) to 5 m (jetties)

East of the commercial port of Gallipoli, raises the Darsena di Fontanelle. This port, whose quays extend over 500 metres, can host 130 boats up to 18 metres in length simultaneously. When entering the port, boaters are required to use caution and continue sailing in the middle of the entrance channel. Fontanelle is a private marina devoted to recreational boating which offers a wide range of services, such as a filling station (open from 09:00 am to 9:00 pm), a mobile crane (up to 25 tons) repairs of wooden and fiberglass hulls, waste collection, toilets and showers. Within the port basin, fishing and bathing are not allowed. At Darsena Fontanelle, visitors can enjoy a wonderful panorama of the old city of Gallipoli, one of the most charming "pearls" in the sea of Puglia.

Thanks to the tourism - based economy of the city, Port of Ontranto has always represented an important place where to welcome tourists as well as the starting point of tourist ferries and hydrofoils. Until 1999, a ferry service linked Otranto to some cities in Greece and Albania. The port of Otranto is a small cove well-sheltered by St. Nicholas's dock, equipped with three wings and several piers. The port can receive 390 boats up to 20 m. 10 berths are specifically reserved for transiting boats. The port usually hosts many fishing boats as fishing activities represents one of the main economical sector of the city of Otranto. The port is currently an important hub for the trading of some building materials, such as cement, lime and plastic tanks. Until 1994, the port was an important reference point even for tobacco merchants. In 2006, the port was awarded with Legambiente 5 Sails for the quality of its environmental protection: quality of bathing waters, separated waste collection, water resources management, creation of pedestrian areas, protection of the historic centre and so on. In other words, everything necessary for a sustainable development able to increase a quality tourist request, based on the research for a holiday lived in harmony with the surrounding environment. Depths: in quay from 1 to 3 m; in port from 1 to 6 m.

The port of Termoli is classified as a multifunctional port with fishing, recreational and tourist activities, as well as a popular transit point (boarding for the Tremiti islands). It includes two basins, one internal and one external; it has a depth of 6 meters and is the fastest route to reach the Diomede Islands. It is located only few kilometers away from the Termoli railway station, which can be reached on foot in about 30 minutes, or by taxi and bus too. About 800 meters from the boarding point for the Tremiti Islands is the tourist port "Marina di San Pietro"; built under the ramparts of the ancient village, it is an ideal base for reaching the main yachting destinations in the central southern Adriatic: Tremiti Islands, Gargano Promontory, the Croatian islands (Lastovo and Vis). These are the closest and most comfortable destinations of an ancient route that takes boats from Termoli to Dubrovnik passing through the most beautiful islands of the Adriatic. Open all year round, the Marina di San Pietro can accommodate up to a maximum of 300 boats from 8 to 30 meters. The marina is divided into three areas: an area for routine and emergency maintenance, boat storage and washing, and a service center with 2 buildings (which house a restaurant, games, offices and other services). Services available are: fuel, water, electricity, slipway, crane, toilets, showers, engine repairs, electrical repairs, mooring and guarding. In the area there is also a Sailing Club, that not only provides sailing and windsurfing courses, but has been also organizing national championships and sailing rallies for more than twenty years involving children between the age of 14 and 16 years old, supporting and promoting the sporting spirit of enthusiasts and professionals. The parking area has 154 parking spaces, of which 53 are free (white), 56 are pay and display (blue), 41 are reserved (yellow) for residents of the historic town centre, 2 for disabled and 2 for loading / unloading. From the port of Termoli, ships and catamarans leave every day of the year with destination San Nicola and San Domino with an annual passenger flow of about 240,000 people. In the port “Marina di San Pietro” there is a parking area with 150 parking spaces. The port of Termoli is classified as a multifunctional port with fishing, recreational and tourist activities, as well as a popular transit point. There are two basins, one internal and one external. The internal basin is enclosed between the south pier, the shore quay and the north pier quay. The south pier quay, as well as the first part of the port itself, accommodate the fishing port while the second part of the port welcomes passenger ships bound for the Tremiti Islands. The quay in front of the Cantieri Navali Termoli (south-east pier) currently has a mixed-use destination with mooring for decommissioned ships and fishing boats in transit as the area is not suitable for commercial trading. 2 piers and 2 quays. The existing services are the main ones for pleasure boaters: petrol and diesel pumps, docks lighting, hauling, outdoor storage, engine and electrical repairs, wooden, glass and steel hulls repairs, slipway, crane, mooring, guarding, divers, ice dispensers, water, toilets and showers.

Saranda Port is the southern port of entry into Albania. The port has been recently renovated and extended making it possible for cruise ships to moor. Its very close position to Corfu (only 6 miles) makes it a favorable and frequented port by sailors not only to clear into Albania but also to visit the surrounding area which has indeed a lot to offer to its visitors.

The tourist Marina of Orikum is located in the bay of Dukat, in the southern part of the Valona Gulf. The small bay is protected to the east by the mountain chain of Lungare, to the south and west by the promontory of Karakurun. To reach the marina you need to be cleared in Vlorë before. The Marina has all the usual facilities, and it is pretty safe to leave the boat. There is water and electricity to all berths. Sandy anchorage

Shëngjin Port, is the northernmost seaport in Albania and is frequently accessed by cargo and fishing vessels. Shëngjin has the third largest port in Albania and the Harbor’s access point is located on the northwest part of the city. The port is protected by lengthy rock walls that extend into the sea. A well sheltered outer harbour is surrounded by popular holiday beaches. Shëngjin has approximately 3 km of beach front.The port hosts about 40 fishing ships, but only about 10 are still active, due to economic factors ( e.g. high cost of diesel, competition from large ships from other parts able to reach not-yet-fished-out areas). The nearest ( 7 km away ) town is Lezhë a city in northwest Albania, in the district and county with the same name. In ancient history it was an ancient Greek colony named Lissus. The latter is an Archaeological Park of Albania. Shkoder, 40 Km away, has a population of 300,000. Rozafa castle can be seen from far away; the town has a university and several churches and mosques.

Porto-Palermo Bay is just 15 miles north-west of Sarande, a few kilometers south of Himara along the Albanian Riviera. The water is deep here (30m plus) almost up to the old fish quay hidden behind the northern side of Ali Pasha’s fortress. A useful stopping point and a very protected bay. There is a T-shaped fishermen's jetty in the little cove on the East side of the castle promontory which usually has space for 2-3 yachts. However, there are several problems associated with mooring, especially if there is any wind. The jetty is very high – over 2.0 metres – and getting ashore to attach lines can be difficult, especially for a low freeboard yacht. Moreover, there are bollards at only a few points and often these are taken by the fishermen. Depths are 12 metres at the North end of the jetty, shoaling to 3-4 metres at the S end. Note that it is not possible to moor alongside the pier connecting the jetty to the shore since there are dangerous iron projections at yacht-gouging height.

The port of Vlore is located about 5 km from the center of Vlora, about 120 km from Sarande. The main town is a commercial port of entry, busy with ferries and other traffic. It is the second largest port city of Albania, after Durrës. Vlore remains a major seaport and commercial center, with a significant fishing and industrial sector. The best beaches are located between Vlora and Saranda, often surrounded by pine forests and olive groves, and are characterized by very fine golden sand. The Port of Vlora is the second largest in the country. Vlore comprises a dry cargo port, the Vlore 1 petroleum port and a fishing harbour. The Port is considered as part of the Lungomare in Vlorë. There is a project for the construction of a yacht port, while the at the new Trans-Balkan Road or Cultural Corridor, which has been completed, will be added a second segment that starts from the existing road to the port.

Herceg Novi was founded in 1382 and has an attractive historical town centre. Two market places, several churches, a thriving culture, the marina and its boardwalk, and the old fortress are the main attractions of the town. Worth seeing is the Clock Tower built by the Turks in 1667 which now forms part of the city charms on the main square and the abbey of Savina (with a small church built in 1030 as well as a large church) which also runs a hostel with a museum. Only about 6 nm away the Blue Grotto is another attractive place for excursions. Not far from Herceg Novi is the internationally renowned Spa Igalo that is a 20 to 25 minute walk along a thriving boardwalk full of cafes, restaurants, bars, shops, taverns and tourist gift outlets. For guided and well-serviced kayak experiences, contact Kayak Montenegro. Racing regattas can be viewed at close quarters from anywhere on the waterfront each summer weekend.

Lazure Marina & Hotel reside on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro at the entrance to the picturesque Kotor bay, next to the beautiful medieval city of Herceg Novi. Supplemented by a boutique hotel housed in a renovated 18th century building, spacious residences, Mediterranean restaurants, and a wellness centre, the Lazure Marina & Hotel is a supreme destination for travellers and sailors alike.

Its sheltered location among the safety of tranquil Boka Bay makes it an ideal base from which to explore the unspoiled Adriatic coastline. Portonovi is considered the gateway to some of the best sailing waters in the Mediterranean. Surrounded by steeply rising mountains, D-Marin Portonovi marina enjoys an impressive setting and also provides opportune access to Montenegro’s range of attractions. Berths come with the highest standards of services and amenities. Easy access, parking and 24/7 surveillance make Portonovi marina a peaceful and secure port, but one that also has plenty of life. The marina is a part of the exclusive Portonovi and includes full access to all of its shops, galleries, restaurants, cafés, bars. As a member, you’ll enjoy D-Marin’s renowned customer service and unique set of benefits. With the ‘Happy Berth Days’ scheme, for instance, you can earn up to 70 complimentary days in other Mediterranean and Adriatic ports. It offers fantastic berthing opportunities for superyachts due to the amazing atmosphere of the area, modern luxurious facilities and scenic landscapes of unspoiled natural beauty.

Bar is also called the Montenegrin Pompeii and accommodates approximately 600 interesting historical and cultural sites and objects from all periods. Furthermore Bar is a fashion city with music, theatre and literary events. The palace of King Nikola in Topolica, the former summer residence of the Petrovic royal family, now accommodates the museum of local history. Also, in the palace, hall exhibitions, receptions and concerts are also held. One of the world oldest olive trees, more than 2,000 years old, can be visited in Bar. The market offers the most diverse range of the country's products with friendly farmers happy to barter. The largest underwater cave on the Montenegrin Rivera, the Mikoljic Cave, is in Volujica and attracts scuba divers. Marina Bar, at present Montenegro's only full service marina, is a yearround Port of Entry. It offers safe mooring to yachts. The harbour is divided into two areas. The larger southerly area, which is the industrial harbour of Bar, services general cargo, bulk cargo and containers. Ferries especially from Italy, regularly access the industrial harbour. Part of the southerly harbour area is used for storing yachts (storage halls and open space with approximately 250 storing places). The harbour area that borders to the north is used as a marina and offers approximately 410 berths. It is equipped with a mobile: 250-ton travel lift and a 50-ton crane.

Porto Montenegro is located at the forefront to Europe’s “southernmost fjord” - within the Bay of Kotor, near the town of Tivat and is easily accessible by air from anywhere in Europe. This development is spearheaded by Canadian gold-mining entrepreneur Peter Munk in partnership with a consortium of international entrepreneurs (and yachting enthusiasts) that includes Lord Jacob Rothschild, Nathaniel Rothschild, Bernard Arnault, Oleg Deripaska and Sandor Demjan. The development is on the eastern shore of the bay and runs almost one kilometre along the coast. It occupies a site that from the 1880’s until 2006 was used as a base and shipyard for the Austro-Hungarian, and then Yugoslav navies. The fact that it has been used as a naval base for more than a century is testimony to its ability to provide a safe haven for vessels of all types and sizes. The project will transform a defunct naval dockyard into a state-of-the-art marina and residential community centred on nautical lifestyle. Nautical Informations: May host yachts ranging from megayachts (150m) to production yachts. Over 130 of these berths will be home to yachts greater than 24-metres in length, the most coveted in Europe. Depths vary from 4.5 to 16 metres. The harbour is very large with a wellprotected entrance and is completely sheltered from wave action by breakwaters. More ove there is a specific infrastructure for megayachts up to 250 meters.

The private Marina Prcanj is located approximately two nautical miles north of Kotor on the west shore of the fjord. The marina provides a new ly built concrete jetty for 35 yachts. Middle sized yachts up to 15 metres can moor here with electricity and fresh water supply provided. Three phase power is available for a limited number of berths. Behind the pier is a small basin in which only small yachts can berth. The water depth is 4 m quickly decreasing towards the inner basin, although some outer berths have depths up to 6 m. The marina provides an 18 ton travel lift. Sanitary facilities are in the marina building. Winter berthing for 6 – 8 yachts up to 30 m is also available. Two excellent hotels with quality restaurants are close to the marina.

The 2,000 year old town of Kotor is the pearl of the Kotor bay and one of many beautiful costal towns along the foot of the majestic mountain ranges of Mount Orien and Mount Lovcen. The origins of Kotor date back to the 7th century. Over the centuries Saracens, Turks, Venetians and Italians have left their footprints. Kotor has been a cultural centre as well as a centre of seafaring since time immemorial. Under the influence of the Republic of Venice important trade routes crossed here for centuries. The town is protected by the mountainous hinterland. A mighty defence wall jutts from the cliffs, built during the Byzantine period. Many historical buildings, affected by an earthquake in the 1970s, can be found in the town. The maritime museum in the old town harbours many important artefacts from ancient seafaring times. Documented evidence of the importance of harbour towns such as the neighbouring town of Perast, the most important Mediterranean harbour town of the 18th century are displayed here. In the southeast of the harbour, behind the floating jetty of the Montenegro Charter Company, berthing exists for 30 yachts in a maximum depth of 3 m of water. The annual Kotor Boat Show underscores the claim of the harbour town as a nautical centre for tourism. The northern pier is designated as customs pier. It also serves for commercial shipping and cruise ships. The southern part is the yacht pier. Mooring lines are available as well as pillars for electricity and fresh water supply. Opposite the entrance to the old town the Montenegro Charter Company runs a floating jetty with fresh water and electricity supply. Visitors can berth here for a harbour fee after consultation with the company. Despite autumn or fall winds from the mountains berthing at the pier is safe and calm. A filling station is located in the northern part of the pier. Good shopping facilities as well as numerous restaurants can be found in the town. In the early morning hours the eclectic town wall market is held, primarily with fresh fruit, vegetables, eggs and meats including fresh poultry and fish. A supermarket is situated about 300 metres south of the market. Many further small piers or harbours suitable for yachts are situated on the southern shore of the bay.

The Port of Durrës (Albanian: Porti i Durrësit) is the largest seaport of Albania. The port is situated in the city of Durrës. It is an artificial basin that is formed between two moles, with a west-northwesterly oriented entrance approximately 183 metres (600 ft) wide as it passes between the ends of the moles. The Port is located at the north end of the Bay of Durrës, an extensive body of water between Kalaja e Turrës and Cape Durrës. Cape Durrës is located approximately 1.6 kilometres (0.99 mi) west of the Port of Durrës.