Peniche
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Peniche, Portugal
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 The marina of Peniche from west - Click for larger view
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The town and port of Peniche lies on a peninsula about 24 miles south from Nazare and 45 north from Cascais in Portugal. Originally on an island, the town became joined to the mainland in the 16th century when a sand spit formed. Today, as well as being an important fishing port, accounting for a sizeable share of the sardines, tuna and crayfish landed on the Portuguese coast, it is a hugely popular surfing centre. The Atlantic swell tumbling onto the coast here creates waves known as Supertubos which are much sought after by aficionados of the sport. There is a small marina, Marina da Ribeira, on the western side of the harbour which takes yachts up to 15 metres.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 3635
- Portuguese
- 23202
- 24202
- 24203
- 26405
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Local Weather
Local weather conditions?
Sources for Weather forecasts: If you don't have internet access from your boat, you can get the latest weather forecast from the harbour master.
From either direction, the rugged cape of Cabo Carvoeiro, capped with a prominent lighthouse, is a good landmark about 1.5 miles west of the harbour. The harbour is on the southern side of the peninsula and entry is from the east. The marina is to port on entry just beyond the short quay projecting from the western breakwater.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
Peniche is a port of entry.
Berthing options
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Marina da Ribeira has a total of 140 berths on floating pontoons, of which 20 are designated for visitors. Maximum length 15 metres. Minimum depth in the marina is 3.5 metres. Click on link for separate Wiki entry.
- The Clube Naval de Peniche is situated in the little fort at the root of the breakwater, just beyond the lifeboat house. Bar/café but not much else. Telephone: +351 262 782568
Anchorages
- It may be possible to pick up a buoy in the harbour if there is one free. Accounts differ on whether anchoring is permitted in the harbour.
- On SE side of Berlenga island opposite the lighthouse (settled weather only).
Offshore Islands and Groups
- The Berlengas islands five miles NW of Peniche are a nature reserve. There are several coves on the SE side of the large island of Berlenga, overlooked by the lighthouse and a 17th century fort, Forte de Sao Joao Baptista, which is built on a rocky promontory joined to the island by a causeway. There is good diving and snorkeling around the island. (Details needed of anchorages and holding).
- The Farilhoes-Forcadas Islands are a group of rocky islets a further four miles NNW of the Berlengas Islands. There are no suitable anchorages for yachts.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Boat yards and engineers in the town. Electric and electronic repairs possible.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel station in the harbour near the lifeboat ramp. Water and electricity on the pontoon.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The town of Peniche must have represented a formidable challenge to hostile armies, with its fortified walls and moat enclosing the peninsula (much of which remains today). The impressive 16th century castle guarding the narrow entrance to the peninsula is worth a visit. It was used as a prison for soldiers of Napoleon during the Peninsular Wars, for German soldiers during World War I and later for political prisoners during the infamous Salazar regime. It contains a small museum with examples of the lacemaking for which Peniche is celebrated. The baroque Misericordia Church in the main square has a notable painted ceiling which depicts scenes from the New Testament. Peniche is also a good base for visiting by bus the mediaeval town of Ovidos 18 miles inland. Ovidos is a stunning, virtually intact hilltop town, with impressive battlements and an original cobbled street plan. Most of the houses here are untouched since restoration following the devastating 1755 Lisbon earthquake. The town’s romantically sited castle is now converted into picturesque pousada. Also worth a visit is Ovidos’ church of Santa Maria, covered with azulejo tiles framing 16th century paintings of biblical scenes and displaying a remarkable pieta thought to have been carved in the studio of Nicholas Chanterene. You could even try the town’s renowned local cherry liquor known as ginjinha (an acquired taste).
 The 17th century castle of Peniche |
 Main street, Ovidos |
 Ovidos cobbled streets and castle |
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Supermarket on NE side of harbour. Small provisions shops in the town.
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
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Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
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
See Portugal.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- May 2001 --Athene of Lymington 19:05, 22 March 2010 (UTC)
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