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| colspan="2" style="text-align:center;" |[[Image:TekirdagQuay.jpg|350px]]<small>Most of  the quays in Tekirdag harbour are occupied by small craft moorings<br />''Click for larger view''</small>
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|}{{TOCleft}}[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tekirdag Tekirdag] is a new, commercial harbour on the north shore of the Sea of Marmara in Turkey, 67 miles west of [[Istanbul]] and 72 miles NE of [[Canakkale]] in the [[Dardanelles]].  There is currently no provision for yachts in the harbour and visitors here must find a place here alongside the quays wherever they can.  It may be necessary to lie alongside a fishing boat at busy times.  Shelter is good from the prevailing N/NE winds, although the harbour is open SW.  Tekirdag is one of the harbours for which the Turkish Transportation Ministry is currently (March 2011) inviting tenders to establish a proper marina operation.
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tekirdag Tekirdag] is a new, commercial harbour on the north shore of the Sea of Marmara in Turkey, 67 miles west of [[Istanbul]] and 72 miles NE of [[Canakkale]] in the [[Dardanelles]].  There is currently no provision for yachts in the harbour and visitors here must find a place here alongside the quays wherever they can.  It may be necessary to lie alongside a fishing boat at busy times.  Shelter is good from the prevailing N/NE winds, although the harbour is open SW.  Tekirdag is one of the harbours for which the Turkish Transportation Ministry is currently (March 2011) inviting tenders to establish a proper marina operation.  
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==Charts==
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: 296 Marmara Adaları
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:2931 Ports in Marmara Denizi - C Tekirdağ, D Tekirdağ Limanı
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: 2931 Ports in Marmara Denizi - C Tekirdağ, D Tekirdağ Limanı
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==Radio Nets==
==Radio Nets==
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==Local Weather==
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
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''See [[Turkey#Turkey_Climate_&_Weather|Turkey]]''.
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==Local Weather==
Winds along the north coast of the Sea of Marmara are generally from N/NE, which can give some excellent sailing in flat water between the [[Dardanelles]] and [[Istanbul]].  Winds tend to be at their strongest in mid to late afternoon.
Winds along the north coast of the Sea of Marmara are generally from N/NE, which can give some excellent sailing in flat water between the [[Dardanelles]] and [[Istanbul]].  Winds tend to be at their strongest in mid to late afternoon.
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''Also see [[Turkey#Turkey_Climate_&_Weather|Turkey]]''.
==Approach and Navigation==
==Approach and Navigation==
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[[Image:TekirdagHarbour.jpg|345px|thumb|right|<small>Tekirdag harbour is big enough to anchor off - ''Click for larger view''</small>]]
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The harbour shown in some older pilot books no longer exists.  It has been filled in and is now a huge car park, funfair and extended row of cafes and restaurants.  A completely new harbour has been created to the E of the old facility, which it is intended to establish as a full marina once tenders for its operation have been received.  Meanwhile, mooring in here is a ‘free for all’ and visiting yachts must find a space (usually alongside a quay or another vessel) wherever they can.  Entrance to the new harbour is from SW and depths in the entrance are 5.5 metres.  Depths at the quays range from 3.0 – 5.5 metres.
The harbour shown in some older pilot books no longer exists.  It has been filled in and is now a huge car park, funfair and extended row of cafes and restaurants.  A completely new harbour has been created to the E of the old facility, which it is intended to establish as a full marina once tenders for its operation have been received.  Meanwhile, mooring in here is a ‘free for all’ and visiting yachts must find a space (usually alongside a quay or another vessel) wherever they can.  Entrance to the new harbour is from SW and depths in the entrance are 5.5 metres.  Depths at the quays range from 3.0 – 5.5 metres.
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==Check-in facilities==
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==
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Tekirdag is a port of entry/exit to [[Turkey]]
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==Berthing Options==
The quays are currently populated with small local craft on DIY moorings and alongside.  A visiting yacht will need to squeeze in wherever possible.  The most likely spot is alongside near the lift-out bay at the N end of the harbour.  If all else fails, the harbour is large enough to anchor off in the centre.  Depths are around 5.0 metres and the holding is good in mud.  No charge is currently made for using the harbour.
The quays are currently populated with small local craft on DIY moorings and alongside.  A visiting yacht will need to squeeze in wherever possible.  The most likely spot is alongside near the lift-out bay at the N end of the harbour.  If all else fails, the harbour is large enough to anchor off in the centre.  Depths are around 5.0 metres and the holding is good in mud.  No charge is currently made for using the harbour.
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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==Offshore Islands and Groups==
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
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[[Image:TekirdagFunfair.jpg|350px|thumb|right|<small>Where once boats bobbed in harbour, now a funfair reigns - ''Click for larger view''</small>]]
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[[Image:TekirdagRestaurant.jpg|350px|thumb|right|<small>There are numerous fish restaurants along the waterfront< - ''Click for larger view''</small>]]
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====Tourism====
====Tourism====
Tekirdag does not have a lot to offer as a tourist destination, although the redevelopment of the former harbour has created a swathe of bars, cafes and restaurants all along the waterfront.  Some of them offer the best value for fish dinners you will find anywhere in Turkey.
Tekirdag does not have a lot to offer as a tourist destination, although the redevelopment of the former harbour has created a swathe of bars, cafes and restaurants all along the waterfront.  Some of them offer the best value for fish dinners you will find anywhere in Turkey.
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
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* Tekirdag is a convenient port of call if transiting the north coast of the [[Sea of Marmara]] between the [[Dardanelles]] and [[Istanbul]]
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* Tekirdag is a convenient port of call if transiting the north coast of the [[Sea of Marmara]] between the [[Dardanelles]] and [[Istanbul]].
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==Cruiser's Friends==
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==Personal Notes==
==Personal Notes==
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* Tekirdag has its charms, although the noisy funfair just N of the harbour, which operates well into the night, will not be popular with yotties once the marina is established.--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 07:12, 19 June 2011 (BST)
* Tekirdag has its charms, although the noisy funfair just N of the harbour, which operates well into the night, will not be popular with yotties once the marina is established.--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 07:12, 19 June 2011 (BST)
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* June 2011--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 07:12, 19 June 2011 (BST)
* June 2011--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 07:12, 19 June 2011 (BST)
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Revision as of 20:36, 18 March 2013

Tekirdag, Turkey

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 40°58.5′N, 27°31.6′E
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TekirdagQuay.jpgMost of the quays in Tekirdag harbour are occupied by small craft moorings
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Tekirdag is a new, commercial harbour on the north shore of the Sea of Marmara in Turkey, 67 miles west of Istanbul and 72 miles NE of Canakkale in the Dardanelles. There is currently no provision for yachts in the harbour and visitors here must find a place here alongside the quays wherever they can. It may be necessary to lie alongside a fishing boat at busy times. Shelter is good from the prevailing N/NE winds, although the harbour is open SW. Tekirdag is one of the harbours for which the Turkish Transportation Ministry is currently (March 2011) inviting tenders to establish a proper marina operation.

Charts

BA
224 Maramara Denizi
1005 Marmara Adasi to Istanbul Boğazi
NIMA
55040 Sea of Marmara
Turkey
29 Marmara Sea
291 İzmit Körfezi
292 İstanbul - Mudanya
293 Büyükçekmece - Hoşköy
294 Marmara Adaları - İmralı Adası
295 Hoşköy - Gelibolu
296 Marmara Adaları
2931 Ports in Marmara Denizi - C Tekirdağ, D Tekirdağ Limanı
Greek
109 Ionio-Aegeo Steno Messinis mechri Thalassa Marmara

Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.


Local Weather

Winds along the north coast of the Sea of Marmara are generally from N/NE, which can give some excellent sailing in flat water between the Dardanelles and Istanbul. Winds tend to be at their strongest in mid to late afternoon.


Also see Turkey.

Approach and Navigation

Entrance to Tekirdag harbour- -Click for larger view
Tekirdag harbour is big enough to anchor off - Click for larger view

The harbour shown in some older pilot books no longer exists. It has been filled in and is now a huge car park, funfair and extended row of cafes and restaurants. A completely new harbour has been created to the E of the old facility, which it is intended to establish as a full marina once tenders for its operation have been received. Meanwhile, mooring in here is a ‘free for all’ and visiting yachts must find a space (usually alongside a quay or another vessel) wherever they can. Entrance to the new harbour is from SW and depths in the entrance are 5.5 metres. Depths at the quays range from 3.0 – 5.5 metres.

Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)

Tekirdag is a port of entry/exit to Turkey If this is not a port of entry omit this section, otherwise submit details about facilities for checking in - location of immigration & customs, etc.

Berthing Options

The quays are currently populated with small local craft on DIY moorings and alongside. A visiting yacht will need to squeeze in wherever possible. The most likely spot is alongside near the lift-out bay at the N end of the harbour. If all else fails, the harbour is large enough to anchor off in the centre. Depths are around 5.0 metres and the holding is good in mud. No charge is currently made for using the harbour.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

List anchorages except the ones covered under Offshore Islands below. If there are more then 2 paragraphs for a given anchorage, create a dedicated page for it (Port/Stop Template). We use headings for these so that other pages can link to them. Remove if not applicable.

Offshore Islands and Groups

None.

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

None.

Repairs/Yards

None.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel
N/A (Not Available)
Water
N/A
Electricity
N/A

Things to do Ashore

Where once boats bobbed in harbour, now a funfair reigns - Click for larger view
There are numerous fish restaurants along the waterfront< - Click for larger view

Tourism

Tekirdag does not have a lot to offer as a tourist destination, although the redevelopment of the former harbour has created a swathe of bars, cafes and restaurants all along the waterfront. Some of them offer the best value for fish dinners you will find anywhere in Turkey.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Provisions in the town.

Eateries

Numerous fish restaurants along the waterfront. It is possible to dine out on balik ekmek (smoked fish sandwich) for as little as YTL 3.50.

Internet/WiFi

Internet cafes only.

Laundry

N/A.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

Bins near the harbour.

Transportation

Transportation (local and/or international)

Routes/Passages To/From

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links


References & Publications

See Turkey.

Personal Notes

  • Tekirdag has its charms, although the noisy funfair just N of the harbour, which operates well into the night, will not be popular with yotties once the marina is established.--Athene of Lymington 07:12, 19 June 2011 (BST)


Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:


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