Full Description & Details
Puerto Deportivo de Laredo is a modern marina in the centre of Laredo, a town on the Cantabrian coast of northern Spain with a long fishing and sailing tradition. It sits roughly halfway between Santander and Bilbao, inside a large bay, and is sheltered by a curved breakwater over 700 metres long plus a south breakwater. The marina has 857 berths, of which 812 are for rental and 45 for transit visitors. Berths range from 7 by 2.8 metres up to 20 by 6.6 metres, and the pontoons have wide walkways that make mooring straightforward.
The approach channel carries more than 5 metres of water referenced to the port zero, though depths inside the marina itself are shallower, between 2 and 3 metres. Maximum vessel length is 20 metres. The marina is protected by its breakwaters and tidal flow is negligible. Holding and berthing are on floating pontoons, with both side-to and stern-to berthing available. Overnight stays are permitted, and the marina is active through the winter.
Facilities include fuel, water, electricity, wifi, showers, laundry, and toilets. There is a 50-tonne travel lift with a 26 by 6.1 metre platform, a dry marina of nearly 4,000 square metres, and a careening area of 3,780 square metres. A chandlery, provisions, and a restaurant are on site. A large car park with about 400 spaces serves the marina. The town centre, about 200 metres away, has supermarkets, shops, and restaurants within a five minute walk.
Laredo Old Town, the Santa Maria de la Asuncion church, and the beach are nearby attractions. The marina is reached by road from the A-8 motorway, which links Santander and Bilbao, with two entrances in each direction. Contact the harbour master by phone at +34942605592 or by email at [email protected]. The marina is ranked number one in Cantabria by Navily users, with high ratings for hospitality, services, and cleanliness.
How to get there
Approach from the Bay of Biscay into the large bay of Santona. The entrance to Puerto Deportivo de Laredo is the mouth between the curved breakwater, over 700 metres long, and the south breakwater. The navigation channel has a depth greater than 5 metres referenced to the port zero.
The marina is at 43 degrees 24.90 minutes north, 3 degrees 25.00 minutes west. Once inside the bay, head for the marked entrance between the two breakwaters. The channel is straightforward in daylight, and the marina reports fair channel marking and manoeuvrability.
There is no specific VHF channel given in the sources, so call the harbour master on the phone number provided. By land, the marina is in the town centre of Laredo, reached from the A-8 motorway that runs between Santander and Bilbao.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many berths does Puerto Deportivo de Laredo have?
Puerto Deportivo de Laredo has 857 berths, of which 812 are for rental and 45 are for transit visitors.
What is the maximum boat length at Puerto Deportivo de Laredo?
The maximum length at Puerto Deportivo de Laredo is 20 metres, with berths available from 7 metres up to 20 metres in length.
What is the depth in the marina at Puerto Deportivo de Laredo?
The depth inside Puerto Deportivo de Laredo is between 2 and 3 metres at mean low water, while the approach channel has a depth greater than 5 metres.
Does Puerto Deportivo de Laredo have fuel and repair facilities?
Yes, Puerto Deportivo de Laredo has a fixed fuel pontoon, a 50-tonne travel lift, a dry marina, and a careening area for repairs.
Can I stay overnight at Puerto Deportivo de Laredo?
Yes, overnight stays are permitted at Puerto Deportivo de Laredo, and the marina is active through the winter season.
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