Porto di Sciacca, a fishing vessel and yacht harbour, fronts the town of Sciacca about 3 miles E of Capo San Marco. The town of Sciacca, of modern appearance, is surrounded by an irregular wall and stands on the steep slope of a hill which rises sharply from the sea. Anchorage can be obtained in the roads SW of the harbour in a depth of 15 m, sand, good holding, taking care to avoid a wreck 0. 6 mile SW of the entrance. Local knowledge is required.