Full Description & Details
Puerto de Sotogrande is a large marina on the eastern approach to the Strait of Gibraltar, within the exclusive Sotogrande development in San Roque, Cadiz. It sits near the Guadiaro river estuary, with the Alcornocales Natural Park and the Paraje Natural del Rio Guadiaro close by. The marina is a common stop for boats entering the Mediterranean from the Atlantic or starting a westward crossing. It is a substantial facility with 1,382 berths spread across a dozen navigable channels, accommodating vessels from 8 to 70 metres LOA. The seabed is sand, with depths ranging from 3 to 5 metres in the basin and 4.5 metres at the harbour entrance. The entrance is 80 metres wide. Protection is rated as good. Mooring is bow or stern to using the Mediterranean lazy-line system in the exterior harbour, while the inner marina uses a between-posts arrangement. Overnight stays are permitted. The marina offers a full range of services including fuel, water, electricity, wifi, showers, laundry, and a chandlery. A boatyard handles repairs for vessels up to 35 metres, with a 250-ton travelift and a 200-ton gantry crane. A dive team is available for underwater work. Security is provided 24/7. The harbour area includes restaurants, designer shops, and art galleries. A supermarket and pharmacy are within 1 km, and the town of Sotogrande is about 1 km away. The Real Club Maritimo de Sotogrande is based here, and the area is known for golf and polo clubs. The marina holds Blue Flag status. The harbour office monitors VHF channel 9. The nearest airport is Gibraltar at 25 km, with Malaga at 100 km and Jerez at 120 km. The marina is open year-round, and its position makes it a practical base for exploring the Strait or preparing for an Atlantic passage.
How to get there
Approach Puerto de Sotogrande on VHF channel 9. The harbour entrance is 80 metres wide with a depth of 4.5 metres at the entrance and 3 to 5 metres inside the basin. The seabed is sand. The marina is located at the eastern entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar, near the Guadiaro river estuary. Use the coordinates 36.2878 N, 5.2708 W as a reference for the harbour. The entrance is marked and the marina is part of the Sotogrande development, which is visible from the sea. Land access is straightforward. The marina is about 1 km from the town of Sotogrande. The nearest airport is Gibraltar at 25 km, with Malaga at 100 km and Jerez at 120 km. The port of Algeciras is nearby for those arriving by sea. Contact the harbour office at +34 956 790 000 or by email at [email protected] for berthing arrangements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft for a boat at Puerto de Sotogrande?
Puerto de Sotogrande can accommodate vessels up to 70 metres LOA. The maximum draft is 4.5 metres at the harbour entrance, with depths in the basin ranging from 3 to 5 metres.
Does Puerto de Sotogrande have fuel and repair facilities?
Yes, Puerto de Sotogrande has a fuel station, a boatyard for repairs up to 35 metres LOA, a 250-ton travelift, a 200-ton gantry crane, and a chandlery.
What VHF channel does Puerto de Sotogrande monitor?
Puerto de Sotogrande monitors VHF channel 9 for communications.
Can I stay overnight at Puerto de Sotogrande?
Yes, overnight stays are permitted at Puerto de Sotogrande. The marina has 1,382 berths and offers 24/7 security.
What amenities are available near Puerto de Sotogrande?
The marina has restaurants, shops, and art galleries in the harbour area. A supermarket and pharmacy are within 1 km, and the town of Sotogrande is about 1 km away.
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