Full Description & Details
Puerto Deportivo de Bermeo is a small marina set in the urban core of Bermeo, on the Basque coast, close to Cabo Matxitxako and inside the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. The harbour is sheltered within the town, and the marina operates alongside the larger fishing port, which is the most important in the Basque Country. The old port, Portu Zaharra, holds a separate recreational fleet, mostly motorboats under 7 metres, moored to buoys or rafted against fishing boats.
The marina offers 8 berths with a maximum length of 16 metres at the mooring and 12 metres on the pontoon, and a maximum draft of 3 metres. Depths range from 3 to 6 metres, with a reported 3-metre depth at the berths. The entrance is about 90 metres wide with a 6-metre depth at the mouth, and the tidal range is around 4.8 metres. Holding is not the main option here; berths are on pontoons, and overnight stays are permitted. An alternative is to anchor in Artza, south of Puerto Viejo, in 3 to 4 metres of water, though it can be exposed in a swell.
Facilities include water, electricity, showers, fuel, a crane, a travel lift, repair services, and wifi. The fuel dock is reserved for fishing boats, so recreational craft must arrange fuel through the nearest supplier. There is a supermarket nearby and restaurants in the town centre, which is directly adjacent to the marina. Parking is available, and the marina has a green point and an information service close by.
Summer is the high season from June to September, with higher rates; winter rates are lower. The marina is managed by the Basque government port authority, contactable by phone at +34946 880 232 or by email at [email protected]. The town of Bermeo is at the marina's doorstep, with the old town and the Urdaibai reserve as nearby attractions. No VHF channel is listed in the sources, so approach by phone or in person is advisable.
How to get there
The marina lies within the urban harbour of Bermeo, at approximately 43 degrees 25 minutes North and 2 degrees 43 minutes West. The entrance is about 90 metres wide with a 6-metre depth at the mouth, and the tidal range is around 4.8 metres, so time your approach with the tide. The harbour is sheltered, but the old port's entrance shallows to about 3 metres, and the basin is dredged.
There is no VHF channel listed, so contact the marina by phone at +34946 880 232 before arriving. Bermeo is on the Basque coast, accessible by road from the surrounding area, and the marina is in the town centre, so land access is immediate. The nearest airport is not specified in the sources, but the town is well connected by road.
Formalities are handled through the marina office, and the fuel dock is for fishing boats only, so plan fuel needs in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum boat length at Puerto Deportivo de Bermeo?
The maximum length is 16 metres at the mooring and 12 metres on the pontoon, with a maximum draft of 3 metres.
Does Puerto Deportivo de Bermeo have fuel for recreational boats?
No, the fuel dock at Puerto Deportivo de Bermeo is reserved for fishing boats only, so recreational craft must arrange fuel through the nearest supplier.
Can I stay overnight at Puerto Deportivo de Bermeo?
Yes, overnight stays are permitted at Puerto Deportivo de Bermeo, and berths are available on pontoons.
What are the depths at Puerto Deportivo de Bermeo?
Depths range from 3 to 6 metres, with a reported 3-metre depth at the berths and a 6-metre depth at the entrance.
How do I contact Puerto Deportivo de Bermeo?
You can contact Puerto Deportivo de Bermeo by phone at +34946 880 232 or by email at [email protected], as no VHF channel is listed.
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