Full Description & Details
Porto Deportivo de Portonovo is a marina in the town of Portonovo, within the municipality of Sanxenxo, on the Ria de Pontevedra in Galicia, Spain. It sits on the southern shore of the ria, roughly 2 nautical miles southwest of the larger Puerto Deportivo Juan Carlos I in central Sanxenxo. The marina is a working harbour with a recreational focus, operated under the Portos de Galicia network. It has earned the Q for Tourist Quality from the Spanish Institute for Tourist Quality, and in 2011 it was awarded a Blue Flag, a distinction it has held alongside the neighbouring Juan Carlos I marina.
The marina offers berths for visiting yachts and permits overnight stays. Water depths and the number of berths are not specified in the available sources, so skippers should confirm draft limits and pontoon assignments by VHF or phone before arrival. Holding in the harbour is on pontoons with shore lines; anchoring is not described. The harbour is exposed to the open waters of the ria, so protection is moderate, and wind and swell from the southwest can make berthing lively.
Facilities on site include the usual marina services such as water and electricity at the pontoons, and the harbour has been fitted with a low-power wind turbine as part of a pioneering Galician pilot project for renewable energy supply. The marina also has a Q for Tourist Quality, which indicates a recognised standard of service and cleanliness. The nearby town of Portonovo provides shops, restaurants, and a beach, and the larger resort of Sanxenxo is a short distance away.
Approach is straightforward from the Ria de Pontevedra, but the marina is not a full shelter from all weather. The best season is the summer months, when the ria is calm and the town is busy. There are no reported restrictions on visiting yachts, but skippers should check local notices for any temporary limits. The marina is managed by Portos de Galicia, and the harbour office can be contacted on VHF channel 9 or by phone for berth allocation and current depths.
How to get there
Approach Porto Deportivo de Portonovo from the Ria de Pontevedra, heading for the harbour entrance at approximately 42.3959 N, 8.8224 W. The marina lies on the southern shore of the ria, east of the Punta Cabicastro headland. There are no reported hazards in the approach, but the entrance can be affected by swell from the southwest. Contact the harbour office on VHF channel 9 for berth assignment and current depth information before entering.
Land access is from the town of Portonovo, which is connected by road to Sanxenxo and the rest of the Salnes region. The nearest airport is Vigo-Peinador, about 40 kilometres south. There is no customs or immigration clearance required for EU-flagged yachts; non-EU yachts should clear at a port of entry such as Vigo or Marin before arriving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I stay overnight at Porto Deportivo de Portonovo?
Yes, overnight stays are permitted at Porto Deportivo de Portonovo.
What is the maximum draft at Porto Deportivo de Portonovo?
The maximum draft is not specified in the available sources; contact the harbour office for current depths.
What VHF channel does Porto Deportivo de Portonovo use?
The harbour office at Porto Deportivo de Portonovo can be contacted on VHF channel 9.
Does Porto Deportivo de Portonovo have fuel berths?
Fuel availability is not mentioned in the sources; check with the harbour office for fuel services.
Is Porto Deportivo de Portonovo a Blue Flag marina?
Yes, Porto Deportivo de Portonovo was awarded a Blue Flag in 2011, and it also holds the Q for Tourist Quality.
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