Soverato, a town which with a population of about 10 500, is situated on the coast about 1. 2 miles NNW of the mouth of Fiume Ancinale. Anchorage can be obtained off Soverato, about 230 m offshore, in depths of 29 m, sand and good holding ground. Anchorage further NNW can be obtained in the adjacent bay. This anchorage, sheltered from winds from the W semi-circle, is one of the safest on this part of the coast and can be used all year round. It is however dangerous with winds between N and SE.