Full Description & Details
Puerto Gelves is a marina on the Guadalquivir River in Gelves, Andalusia, about 3.5 km from Seville. It is a practical stopover for cruisers wanting to visit Seville by land, with the town of Gelves nearby. The marina is very well sheltered, making it a calm and quiet base despite its proximity to the city.
The marina offers 155 berths for vessels up to 16 meters in length, with a maximum draft of 5 meters. The average depth is 2 meters, increasing to 3 meters at the entrance and in the area for larger boats. The river pontoon can accommodate vessels up to 25 meters with a draft of 4.5 meters at low tide. Mooring is alongside a finger pontoon, and all berths have electricity and fresh water connections. Holding is not applicable as this is a marina, but anchoring in the Guadalquivir River near the marina is an alternative.
Facilities include fuel, showers, restrooms, a sewage water facility, WiFi, a boat ramp, recycling, bicycle and car rental, video surveillance, a night watchman, a laundromat, ice for sale, and a lifting crane. There is a bar and dining on the quay, but no shops are listed at the marina itself. The harbor master's office is open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 14:30 and closed on weekends.
Approach is via the Guadalquivir River, and the marina monitors VHF channel 9. Be aware of power lines crossing the river about 500 meters before the marina; the clearance is reported as 16.5 meters on charts but a shore sign indicates 19 meters, and one reviewer passed safely at high tide with a 17-meter mast. The marina is very shallow at low tide, and a keel may sink into the mud. The price band is moderate (€€), and overnight stays are permitted. Contact the port at +34 955 76 12 12 or visit puertogelves.es.
How to get there
Approach Puerto Gelves via the Guadalquivir River. The marina monitors VHF channel 9 (156.450 MHz). About 500 meters before the marina, watch for electric power lines hanging over the river; the charted clearance is 16.5 meters, but a shore sign indicates 19 meters. One reviewer passed at high tide with a 17-meter mast and a safe distance. The entrance has a width of 40 meters and a depth of 3 meters.
From the river, the marina is on the south bank near Gelves. The town of Gelves is 3.5 km from Seville, accessible by the Sevilla-Coria del Rio highway. The nearest airport is Seville Airport, about 15 km away. For formalities, contact the harbor master's office by phone at +34 955 76 12 12 or via VHF channel 9.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum length and draft for a boat at Puerto Gelves?
Puerto Gelves has berths for vessels up to 16 meters in length with a maximum draft of 5 meters. The river pontoon can take vessels up to 25 meters with a draft of 4.5 meters at low tide.
What is the depth at Puerto Gelves?
The average depth at Puerto Gelves is 2 meters, increasing to 3 meters at the entrance and in the area for larger boats. The river pontoon has a depth of 4.5 meters at low tide.
Does Puerto Gelves have fuel and other facilities?
Yes, Puerto Gelves offers fuel, electricity, water, showers, restrooms, a sewage water facility, WiFi, a boat ramp, recycling, a laundromat, ice for sale, and a lifting crane. There is also a bar and dining on the quay.
What VHF channel does Puerto Gelves use?
Puerto Gelves monitors VHF channel 9 (156.450 MHz).
Can I stay overnight at Puerto Gelves?
Yes, overnight stays are permitted at Puerto Gelves. The harbor master's office is open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 14:30 and closed on weekends.
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