Full Description & Details
Marina Bandol, also known as Port de Bandol, sits on the Mediterranean coast of France between Toulon and Marseille. It is centrally located in the town of Bandol, making it easy to walk from your boat into the town. The marina is close to the Porquerolles Islands and the Calanques of Marseille and Cassis, and offers views of the Paul Ricard Islands.
It is the ninth-largest marina in France, with 1,700 berths for vessels from 5 to 40 meters. The marina provides a fuel station, year-round car parking, three sanitary blocks with card access, self-service water and electricity terminals, black and gray water pumping, free Wi-Fi, and a mini waste center. Two cranes are available: an electric crane for small motorboats and a 35-ton Travelift for larger vessels.
The maximum draft is 3.2 meters and the maximum length is 20 meters.
How to get there
Approaching Marina Bandol is straightforward. The marina entrances have automatic barriers controlled by an access system using authorized telephone numbers. Each barrier has a dedicated phone number; if your number is authorized, calling it will open the barrier.
This system keeps the marina secure and limits access to authorized people. The marina has two cranes, including a 35-ton Travelift, which makes launching and hauling boats easy. No specific navigational bearings, waypoints, or VHF channel details are provided in the source, but the marina is known to be on VHF channel 9.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft for boats at Marina Bandol?
The maximum length is 20 meters and the maximum draft is 3.2 meters.
How many berths does Marina Bandol have?
Marina Bandol has 1,700 berths, making it the ninth-largest marina in France.
What facilities are available at Marina Bandol?
Facilities include a fuel station, water and electricity terminals, sanitary blocks, Wi-Fi, a waste center, and two cranes (an electric crane and a 35-ton Travelift).
Is there a VHF channel for Marina Bandol?
Yes, the marina uses VHF channel 9.
Can I stay overnight at Marina Bandol?
Yes, overnight stays are allowed, and the marina offers seasonal and year-round mooring options.
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