Ria de Camarinhas
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The Ria de Camarinhas lies on the coast of [[NW Spain]], some 18 miles NNE of Cape Finisterre. It is the most southerly of the so-called Rias Altas (northerly Rias) and, lying as it does at the extreme NW tip of Spain, is also the most westerly. There are several good anchorages in the N and S arms of the Ria, depending on wind direction and visiting yachts can also find pontoon berths in the small harbour of Camarinhas in the N arm and the even smaller harbour of Muxia immediately inside the headland at the S entrance to the Ria. Shelter in the two harbours is good in the prevailing NW winds, but shelter is less good in strong easterlies. The town of Camarinhas is famous for its lacework and examples are sold from the doorsteps of many of its houses in addition to being exported all over the world. The town's lace museum has many fine examples. | The Ria de Camarinhas lies on the coast of [[NW Spain]], some 18 miles NNE of Cape Finisterre. It is the most southerly of the so-called Rias Altas (northerly Rias) and, lying as it does at the extreme NW tip of Spain, is also the most westerly. There are several good anchorages in the N and S arms of the Ria, depending on wind direction and visiting yachts can also find pontoon berths in the small harbour of Camarinhas in the N arm and the even smaller harbour of Muxia immediately inside the headland at the S entrance to the Ria. Shelter in the two harbours is good in the prevailing NW winds, but shelter is less good in strong easterlies. The town of Camarinhas is famous for its lacework and examples are sold from the doorsteps of many of its houses in addition to being exported all over the world. The town's lace museum has many fine examples. | ||
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| Ria de Camarinhas
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 Camarinhas harbour from the S - Click for larger view |
The Ria de Camarinhas lies on the coast of NW Spain, some 18 miles NNE of Cape Finisterre. It is the most southerly of the so-called Rias Altas (northerly Rias) and, lying as it does at the extreme NW tip of Spain, is also the most westerly. There are several good anchorages in the N and S arms of the Ria, depending on wind direction and visiting yachts can also find pontoon berths in the small harbour of Camarinhas in the N arm and the even smaller harbour of Muxia immediately inside the headland at the S entrance to the Ria. Shelter in the two harbours is good in the prevailing NW winds, but shelter is less good in strong easterlies. The town of Camarinhas is famous for its lacework and examples are sold from the doorsteps of many of its houses in addition to being exported all over the world. The town's lace museum has many fine examples.
Local Weather
The prevailing NW winds blow straight down in to the Ria and can raise a nasty swell if they are strong. Fortunately the entrance is wide and free of hazards and the swell decreases once rounding the peninsula on which the town of Camarinhas sits.
Sources for Weather forecasts: See Spain.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1111 – Punta de la Estaca de Bares to Cabo Finisterre
- 1113 – Harbours on the NW coast of Spain
- Imray
- C48 A Coruna to Porto
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
The entrance to the Ria de Camarinhas is wide and free from dangers. If approaching from N, the headland of Cabo Vilan is notorious for its offlying islets and rocks and should be given a wide berth in bad weather. Approaching from S, the headland N of Muxia at the S entrance to the Ria has offlying dangers and should similarly be given a wide berth.
Berthing Options
Visiting yachts have the option of berthing bows or stern-to one of the pontoons of the Club Nautico de Camarinas in the harbour of Camarinhas (if there is space available), berthing on one of the finger pontoons in the newly opened small marina of Club Nautico de Muxia on the S side of the entrance to the Ria, or anchoring in one of the coves in the N or S arms of the Ria, depending on wind direction.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Club Nautico de Camarinas
Club Nautico de Camarinas [[Ria de Camarinhas#Club Nautico de Camarinas|Club Nautico de Camarinas]] 43°7.59′N, 09°10.89′W Club Nautico de Muxia
Club Nautico de Muxia [[Ria de Camarinhas#Club Nautico de Muxia|Club Nautico de Muxia]] 43°6.35′N, 09°12.8′W Anchorages
In the prevailing NW winds, the best shelter is to be found in the N arm of the Ria, at anchor N of the breakwater of Camarinhas harbour in 5.0 – 6.0 metres or further N outside the small craft moorings in similar depths. Holding is good in mud and sand. Note that access to the most N part of the N arm is blocked by a barrier.
In strong southerlies, the sandy coves immediately SSE of Muxia harbour and a mile to the SE offer better shelter in depths of 5.0 – 8.0 metres
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Limited repairs only.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- Fuel pontoon at Camarinhas
- Water
- Water on pontoons at Camarinhas
- Electricity
- Electricity on pontoons in both marinas
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Camarinhas is not an especially attractive town, having suffered both in the Napoleonic Wars and more recently the Spanish Civil War. Most of the town today is reinforced concrete. However, if you are interested in lace this is the place to come, with seemingly half the women in Camarinhas engaged in lace making and a thriving museum of lace.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Supermarket in the town of Camarinhas
- Provisions shops in Muxia
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
At both marinas.
Laundry
At both marinas.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Bins in both marinas.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Routes/Passages To/From
List 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
- Ria de Camarinhas at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See Spain.
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:
- July 2000 Atheneoflymington
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