Full Description & Details
Puerto Deportivo del Candado is a small club harbour on Malaga's east side, close to El Palo and the beaches. It has a local feel rather than a big waterfront strip. The marina sits near the capital, about 3.4 nautical miles by sea from Malaga, and is surrounded by residential developments and nearby beaches. The address is Playa de Almellones, s/n, 29018 Malaga, and the facility is operated by Club el Candado, S.A.
The marina offers 280 berths on pontoons with mooring lines, accommodating boats from 6 to 15 metres in length with a maximum draft of 2.8 metres. Depths range from 1 to 2.8 metres in both the entrance and the basin, with an entrance width of 30 metres. Protection is generally good, though sand shifts in the entrance during autumn and winter storms, which can alter the depth. This condition is marked at the lighthouse on the eastern breakwater, and two red lights on the jetty at night signal the hazard.
Facilities include water and electricity at the berth, showers, laundry, fuel, a repair yard with a crane, a chandlery, and a restaurant and tavern on site. A supermarket is 500 metres away. The marina also has a diving club, sailing school, and a powerboat licence academy. The surrounding Club el Candado complex adds a 9-hole golf course, tennis and padel courts, and swimming pools. A 24-hour marina service is available.
Overnight stays are permitted. The marina is close to Malaga's attractions, including the Alcazaba, Roman Theatre, Picasso Museum, and Carmen Thyssen Museum. The entrance should be approached with care in autumn and winter, and the marina monitors VHF channel 9 for updates. The nearest town is about 500 metres away.
How to get there
Approach the marina using the lighthouse on the eastern breakwater of Puerto Deportivo del Candado as the main mark. The entrance is 30 metres wide with depths from 1 to 2.8 metres. Because sand shifts in the entrance during autumn and winter storms, proceed with caution and call the harbour on VHF channel 9 for current depth information.
At night, two lights in the DR position on the jetty indicate the hazard. By land, the marina is at Playa de Almellones, about 500 metres from the town centre. Malaga city is roughly 3 nautical miles away by sea.
The nearest airport is Malaga, and the marina is accessible by road from the city. No formalities are mentioned beyond standard marina check-in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum boat length and draft at Puerto Deportivo del Candado?
Puerto Deportivo del Candado accepts boats up to 15 metres in length with a maximum draft of 2.8 metres. Depths in the harbour range from 1 to 2.8 metres.
Does Puerto Deportivo del Candado offer fuel and other facilities?
Yes, Puerto Deportivo del Candado provides fuel, water, electricity, showers, laundry, a repair yard with crane, a restaurant, and a chandlery. A supermarket is located 500 metres away.
What VHF channel should I use to contact Puerto Deportivo del Candado?
Contact Puerto Deportivo del Candado on VHF channel 9. The harbour also monitors channel 16 for general calls.
Is overnight berthing allowed at Puerto Deportivo del Candado?
Yes, overnight stays are permitted at Puerto Deportivo del Candado. The marina has 280 berths available for rental and transient boats.
Are there any seasonal hazards at Puerto Deportivo del Candado?
During autumn and winter storms, sand shifts in the entrance of Puerto Deportivo del Candado, which can change the depth. The harbour marks this with lights on the eastern jetty and provides updates on VHF channel 9.
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