Full Description & Details
Port de Blanes is the southernmost marina on the Costa Brava, located inside the fishing port of Blanes in the bay between Penyal de sa Palomera and Punta de Santa Anna. The marina is managed by Club Vela Blanes, founded in 1943. The tower of Castell de Sant Joan on a 165-metre hill dominates the port and serves as a landmark for approaching vessels. The marina offers 309 berths for boats up to 24 metres length overall, with depths ranging from 1.8 to 7 metres. The sport basin includes a quay along the breakwater with 6-8 metre depth, club pontoons with 2-3 metre depth, and a club finger pier at 2 metres. The entrance channel has a depth of 8-9 metres. Holding is on stern-to moorings with catways. Overnight stays are permitted.
The marina provides electricity, water, showers, restrooms, fuel (diesel and petrol), a sewage pump-out facility, WiFi, a boat ramp, recycling, bicycle and car rental, video surveillance, a night watchman, a laundromat, and ice for sale. For maintenance, there is a crane, travel lift, and slipway. A sailing school and water sports are available. The port also has a bank, restaurant, bar, and parking. The fishing basin alongside has its own quays with depths of 2-6 metres and ice storage.
Approach can be difficult in strong southerly to southeasterly winds. The prevailing winds are Garbi (southwest) and Llevant (east). The marina is open year-round. No specific restrictions on visiting yachts are noted beyond the maximum length of 24 metres. The port office can be contacted by phone at 972 330 469 or by email at [email protected]. The Club Vela Blanes office is at Esplanada del Port, s/n, 17300 Blanes, phone 972 330 552, email [email protected].
How to get there
The entrance to Port de Blanes is in the bay of Blanes, between Penyal de sa Palomera and Punta de Santa Anna. The tower of Castell de Sant Joan on the hill is a prominent landmark. The entrance channel has a depth of 8-9 metres. Approach is difficult in strong winds from south to southeast. The marina is managed by Club Vela Blanes; VHF contact is not specified in sources.
By road, Blanes is reached from Barcelona and Tarragona via the AP-7 motorway towards Girona, or from Girona via the N-II. The nearest railway station is in Blanes. The closest airports are Girona-Costa Brava (31.9 km) and Barcelona-El Prat (84.4 km). The port office is at Oficines del port, s/n, 17300 Blanes. Customs and immigration formalities are not detailed in the sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft for a yacht at Port de Blanes?
Port de Blanes accepts yachts up to 24 metres length overall, with depths in the sport basin ranging from 1.8 to 7 metres depending on the berth.
Does Port de Blanes have fuel and what types are available?
Yes, Port de Blanes has a fuel station offering diesel and petrol (RON 95).
Can I stay overnight at Port de Blanes?
Yes, overnight stays are permitted at Port de Blanes.
What facilities does Port de Blanes offer for boat maintenance?
Port de Blanes has a crane, travel lift, boat ramp, and slipway for maintenance and repair work.
How many berths does Port de Blanes have?
Port de Blanes has 309 berths in the sport basin, plus additional fishing berths in the separate fishing basin.
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