Full Description & Details
Port de Calafat is a sports marina on the Catalan coast, in the heart of the Gulf of Sant Jordi, within the Calafat urbanisation in the municipality of L'Ametlla de Mar (Baix Ebre). It sits between Platja de Calafat to the northeast and Cala Llobeta to the southwest. The marina is owned by Ports de la Generalitat and operated by Calafat, SA. Construction began in 1980; after storms settled the breakwater, the interior was completed with 404 berths. In 2008 the port was restructured, reducing the count to 324 berths, and in 2011 a boatyard was added.
The harbour entrance is 53 metres wide with a depth of 5.5 metres, and the interior depth is 3.75 metres. It offers 324 berths for vessels up to 30 metres in length. Mooring options include stern-to-dock, alongside, catway, and cradle. Holding and protection details are not specified in the sources, so skippers should assess conditions on arrival.
Facilities include fuel (diesel and RON 95), water, electricity, showers, restrooms, WiFi, laundry, sewage disposal, recycling, a boat ramp, a lifting crane, and repair services. There is also a night watchman, video surveillance, ice for sale, bicycle rental, and car rental. A municipal market is nearby for provisions. The marina supports overnight stays.
Safety notes are limited in the sources. The marina has a night watchman and video surveillance. The best season is not specified. Nearby attractions include the Chateau de Sant Jordi d'Alfama, Plage Cala Calafat, Cala Llobeta, Cala Calafato, and Cala Lo Ribellet. Nautical activities and boat rental are available through Enjoy Calafat and the Nautic Parc Costa Daurada i Terres de l'Ebre.
How to get there
Port de Calafat is located at approximately 40 degrees 55.70 minutes North, 0 degrees 51.05 minutes East. The harbour entrance is 53 metres wide with a depth of 5.5 metres. No specific bearing, waypoint, or VHF channel is provided in the sources, so approach with standard coastal navigation and contact the harbour master on arrival.
Land access is via the Calafat urbanisation in L'Ametlla de Mar. The nearest town is L'Ametlla de Mar, and the marina is reachable by road. No airport or formalities are mentioned in the sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft for a boat at Port de Calafat?
Port de Calafat offers berths for vessels up to 30 metres in length, with a maximum draft of 5.5 metres at the entrance and an interior depth of 3.75 metres.
How many berths does Port de Calafat have?
Port de Calafat has 324 berths, reduced from 404 during a 2008 restructuring.
What facilities are available at Port de Calafat?
Port de Calafat provides fuel (diesel and RON 95), water, electricity, showers, restrooms, WiFi, laundry, sewage disposal, recycling, a boat ramp, a lifting crane, repair services, ice, bicycle rental, and car rental.
Can I stay overnight at Port de Calafat?
Yes, Port de Calafat supports overnight stays and has a night watchman and video surveillance for security.
Is there a boatyard or repair service at Port de Calafat?
Yes, Port de Calafat added a boatyard in 2011 and offers repair services and a lifting crane.
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