Full Description & Details
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez is a working fishing port with a recreational marina, located in Caleta de Velez, part of the Velez-Malaga municipality in the Axarquia county of Andalusia, Spain. The port combines commercial fishing activity with a 274-berth marina for leisure craft up to 25 meters LOA and a maximum draft of 3.8 meters.
The harbour area includes a shipyard, a nautical shop, and a petrol station, giving it a functional, working atmosphere rather than a purely resort feel.
How to get there
The wide harbour entrance is about 4.5 meters deep and is approached from the south. After passing the head of the south pier at a good distance, mindful of anglers with long lines in the water, you can head east into the harbour.
The entrance channel is 80 meters wide, and the mean tide range is 0.8 meters. Contact the marina on VHF channel 9 for berth assignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft for a boat at Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez?
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez accommodates boats up to 25 meters in length with a maximum draft of 3.8 meters. The maximum depth in the marina is 5.5 meters.
How many berths are available at Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez?
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez has a total of 274 berths. Guest moorings are limited, so it is advisable to contact the harbour office in advance.
What facilities are available at Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez?
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez offers fuel (diesel and gasoline), water, electricity, showers, restrooms, WiFi, a lifting crane, and a travel lift. There are also restaurants and grocery shopping options in the harbour area.
What VHF channel is used by Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez?
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez monitors VHF channel 9 for communications. The harbour office can also be reached by phone at +34 951 509 476.
Is overnight mooring allowed at Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez?
Yes, overnight mooring is permitted at Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Velez. However, be aware that berth assignments may be changed by the marineros, especially during adverse weather.
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