Isla Cristina
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Isla Cristina, Spain
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 Isla Cristina (left) and Isla Canela (right) marinasClick for larger view] | |
The Marina of Isla Cristina is a purpose-built marina constructed on the eastern bank of the River Carreras, which enters the sea 3.5 miles east of the estuary of the River Guadiana, the river marking the Spanish/Portuguese border. The entrance lies about half a mile upstream from the Marina of Isla Canela on the opposite, western bank of the river. Becuase of the depths and configuration of the marina, it is really only suitable for yachts up to 12 metres.
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Radio Nets
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Weather
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The Marina of Isla Cristina is situated about 1.5 miles upriver from the entrance to the River Carreras. A red and white marker buoy half a mile off the moles at the river entrance should be left close to starboard on the approach, which should be on a course of 312°. The ends of the moles are marked with red and green markers (lit). Keep to the port side of the buoyed channel to avoid the shallow sandbanks to starboard. Pass the Marina of Isla Canela on the western side of the river and continue in the buoyed channel, which leads to the eastern side of the river, avoiding extensive sandbanks in the centre. The marina entrance is to starboard opposite buoy no 9. Note that currents in the river can be up to 2.0 knots on the ebb.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
Call on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +34 959 330671. E-mail: [email protected]. Alternatively, tie up at the reception pontoon immediately to starboard on entry and visit the marina office. Office hours are 0800 - 2000 during summer, 0930 - 1330 and 1600 - 1730 in winter. The office closes on weekend afternoons.
Berthing Options
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
The Marina of Isla Cristina has a total of 202 berths for yachts up to 12 metres. Depths in the entrance are 3.0 metres and in the marina 2.5 metres. Water and electricity at all berths. Toilets and showers. Laundrette. Fuel station. Travel lift (32T). Good security (24 hour) and electronic access to pontoons.
Anchorages
It is possible to anchor in the river north of the marina, avoiding the moorings on the east side and the sandbanks to the west, but space is very tight.
Offshore Islands
None.
Yacht Services and Repairs
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Marine Stores
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Repairs/Yards
Most repairs can be undertaken by boatyard in the marina, including sail repairs and rigging.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel station in the marina. Water and electricity at all berths.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
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Grocery & Supply Stores
Shops in the town, about 15 minutes walk from marina.
Eateries
Bar and restaurant in the marina. Others 10-15 minutes away in the town.
Internet/WiFi
No.
Laundry
Laundrette in the marina.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Bins in the marina.
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
Routes/Passages To/From
Routes/Passages To/From
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Cruiser's Friends
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Forum Discussions
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External Links
References & Publications
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{{Reference|Rod Heikel|Greek Waters Pilot|Imray|Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire (2010)|9780852889718}}, expands to - Rod Heikell, Greek Waters Pilot, Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire (2010), ISBN 9780852889718
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Personal Notes
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Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Island & this page's details validated:
- Data compiled from internet research (please update if possible) --Athene of Lymington 14:47, 29 March 2010 (UTC)
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