Tekirdag
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Tekirdag, Turkey
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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 a 72 miles NW of Canakkale in the Dardanelles. There is 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.
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
- Greek
- 109 Ionio-Aegeo Steno Messinis mechri Thalassa Marmara
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Local Weather
See Turkey. 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.
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 (for Customs and Immigration)
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.
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
See note above.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
None.
Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
None at present.
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
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.
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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
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Bins near the harbour.
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
- Tekirdag is a convenient port of call if transiting the north coast of the Sea of Marmara between the Dardanelles and Istanbul.
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
Links to relevant websites.
References & Publications
Publications, Guides, etc.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- June 2011--Athene of Lymington 07:12, 19 June 2011 (BST)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- 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)
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