The porto of Ischia is a completely natural harbor protected by a jetty quay of curved breakwater. Danger: Incoming pay attention to the shallows of the entrance side and the shallow called Serpara that extends from NW to SE, to the east of the lighthouse.

The porto of Ischia is a completely natural harbor protected by a jetty quay of curved breakwater. Danger: Incoming pay attention to the shallows of the entrance side and the shallow called Serpara that extends from NW to SE, to the east of the lighthouse.

The Port of Ischia is a completely natural harbor on Ischia, located in the northern part of the island. In ancient times, the port was actually a lake known as the Lago del Borgo. The lake was formed probably in the 4th or 3rd century BC in the crater of a volcano, which later collapsed due to an earthquake.

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The port of Ischia consists of a natural basin surrounded by hills, formed by the ancient crater of a volcano. In ancient times it was used for breeding fish, but it was under the Bourbons that it became a port.

The port of Ischia In the past the port was a lake, called Suburb’s Lake, of Bagno or Pantariello. According to Pliny, it risen up between the IV-III B.C., from an ancient crater, collapsed because of a earthquake later. It was almost 2 m deep, stretched on 100.000 square meters with a built up area inside, the Tondo, nowadays in ruin.

The picture-postcard charm of the island of Ischia welcomes you in all its splendor from the moment you land on the shores of Ischia Porto. Here where the crystal-clear sea drags the boats, yachts, and ferries of all visitors to the island with its waves, and lulls guests to the mainland.

Ischia is the largest island in the bay of Naples and is considered by many to be the most beautiful, though Capri is considerably more famous. It is volcanic in origin and still classed as an active volcano, but it has not erupted since 1302. The island is a 10 km from east to west and 7 km north to south.

Ischia Porto, as the name suggests, is home to the island's main port and is also its vibrant centre, always buzzing with activity thanks to the many famous restaurants, lively bars and clubs, shops catering for all tastes, and tourist agencies.

Ischia is the largest of the three main islands in the Gulf of Naples, at approximately 18 square miles. Each of its towns—Ischia Porto & Ischia Ponte, Forio, Lacco Ameno, Casamicciola, Serrara Fontana, Barano, and Sant’Angelo—offer unique lodges, activities, and beachy shorelines for travelers to explore.