Full Description & Details
Puerto America is a marina located on the Punta de San Felipe breakwater, within the commercial dock of the Bay of Cadiz in Andalusia, Spain. It sits about 1.5 kilometers from the historic center of Cadiz, making the city's cultural sites and seafood restaurants easily accessible. The marina is part of the larger port complex and is managed by the Agencia Publica de Puertos de Andalucia.
The marina offers 322 berths with a maximum length of 18 meters and a maximum draft of 3.5 meters. Water depths range from 3.5 to 8 meters, with the harbour entrance depth reported at 8 meters. The entrance channel is 55 meters wide. Protection is good, as the marina is sheltered within the commercial dock of the Bay of Cadiz. Berthing is alongside fingers, and there is a dock for larger vessels. Holding is not specified, but the protected commercial dock setting provides a stable environment.
Facilities include fuel (diesel and gasoline), water, electricity, wifi, showers, and restrooms. A 10-ton fixed crane, a 2.5-ton forklift, a repair workshop, and a chandlery are available. There is a bar-restaurant on site and a supermarket, along with ice sales, taxi service, and rental vehicles. The marina is open 24 hours and offers overnight stays. A dinghy sailing ramp and a mechanical and electrical workshop are also present.
Safety notes include the need to enter and exit following the buoyage of the Bay of Cadiz port channel. The marina monitors VHF channel 9. The best season is not specified, but the Bay of Cadiz is noted as a suitable sailing area. There are no current notices or restrictions mentioned. The marina provides 24-hour surveillance and closed-circuit television for security.
How to get there
Approach Puerto America within the commercial dock of the Bay of Cadiz, near the end of the San Felipe breakwater. Entry and exit must follow the buoyage of the Bay of Cadiz port channel. The harbour entrance is 55 meters wide with a depth of 8 meters. Contact the marina on VHF channel 9 for berthing instructions.
Land access is from Punta de San Felipe s/n, 11004 Cadiz. The historic center of Cadiz is about 1.5 kilometers away, reachable by taxi or on foot. The marina is in the city of Cadiz, with road access via the local network. No formalities are specified beyond standard marina check-in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft for a boat at Puerto America?
Puerto America allows boats up to 18 meters in length and 3.5 meters in draft. The marina depths range from 3.5 to 8 meters.
Does Puerto America have fuel available?
Yes, Puerto America offers fuel, including diesel (Gasoil A) and gasoline (Gasolina).
What VHF channel does Puerto America use?
Puerto America monitors VHF channel 9 for communication.
Is Puerto America open 24 hours and does it allow overnight stays?
Yes, Puerto America is open 24 hours and allows overnight stays.
What facilities are available at Puerto America?
Puerto America has water, electricity, wifi, showers, a bar-restaurant, a supermarket, a 10-ton crane, a repair workshop, and a chandlery.
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