Marina San Rocco is a marina and is ideally located for cruises along the coast of neighboring Croatia. Adjacent to the marina is a pedestrian-only tourist and residential complex designed by architect Luigi Vietti.
Landmarks for arrival are the third breakwater of the Port of Trieste and the Punta Sottile headland, which mark the entrance to Muggia Bay. As you enter, looking toward the bow, you can see the entire town of Trieste all the way to Miramare Castle. The marina is located on the right side of the bay and is marked by a red and a green light; it is easily recognizable by the ochre color of its piers. With good water depth, , it can accommodate a total of 546 vessels ranging from 8 to 60 meters on floating docks with gangways and on fixed docks with gangways. There are also 46 berths available for maxi yachts ranging from 20 to 60 meters.
The port entrance, which is not very wide and faces east, leads into a large outer port where yachts of considerable size can moor at the dock. The harbor basin and the two large breakwaters can accommodate vessels in transit up to 35 m in length. The water depth is approximately 7 m. Berths are located on floating docks, and each berth is equipped with a connection for drinking water and electricity. The marina offers showers, restrooms, parking spaces, a fuel pump, Wi-Fi, security, and 24-hour mooring assistance.
The marina collaborates with the nearby shipyard, which is equipped with an engine shop and capable of performing electromechanical repairs as well as repairs on wooden and fiberglass hulls. The shipyard’s facilities include a 160-metric-ton travel lift, 35,000 square meters of open-air storage areas, and 4,000 square meters of warehouses.
Muggia is located in the far southeastern part of the Province of Trieste, between the Slovenian border and the Gulf of Trieste. Surrounded by medieval walls and dominated by a 14th-century castle, it offers visitors a view of the Venetian Gothic-style cathedral along with other notable churches, including the Romanesque Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta. The town’s Venetian past is clearly evident in its narrow streets and Piazza Marconi, which closely resembles a “campiello.” Be sure to visit City Hall and the historic center, which leads to the ancient Mandracchio. The Muggesano Carnival, with its allegorical floats and elegant costumes, is particularly noteworthy .
The Gulf of Muggia consists of small coves, sandy beaches, and rocky stretches covered with oleanders and broom, spread out along 7 km of coastline. The beaches are equipped with beach clubs, bars, shops, boat rentals, and diving services.
Various influences can be seen in the local cuisine. Typical dishes of Venetian origin include the cod, the brodetto and i Sardonian dishes. On the other hand, certain dishes are influenced by the region’s former Austrian rule as the calandracca, luganighe and capuzi, the jota and the bread dumplings. Cevapcici, rasnici e presnitz are, on the other hand, examples of Slovenian tradition. Among the local products, the extra virgin olive oil and wine Malvasia.
