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Sines, Portugal (Port of entry)
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Sines is a small but historic fishing town situated roughly at the centre of the coast of the Alentejo region. Originally named as Sinus by the Romans, its strategic position and naturally sheltered harbour prompted the construction of the castle here in the 14th century during the reign of King Pedro I. Its most important claim to fame is the birth in the castle of the famous Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama, whose father was the local governor and therefore resided in the castle. After his triumphant return from India in 1499, da Gama was showered with rewards by King Manuel I, one of which was the feudal rights to Sines and its lands. His statue next to the castle still surveys his former domain today. Since an impact crater on the moon is named after da Gama, Sines can also claim to be one of the select few towns in the world to have one of its sons honoured in space. For the cruising yachtsman heading southwards, Sines offers the last marina before the Algarve coast.
Charts
- British Admiralty 3636, 3276
- Portuguese 23202, 23203, 24204, 24205, 26408
Radio Nets
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Local Weather
Local weather conditions?
Sources for Weather forecasts:
Sines is approximately halfway between Lisbon and Cape St Vincent. It offers good shelter in a modern marina at the SE corner of its inner harbour (opposite the beach).
From the north - Once past Cape Espichel about 20 miles south of the entrance to the Rio Tejo, the route to Sines takes a yacht 35 miles across a long sandy bay before the headland of Cabo de Sines becomes visible. Closer in, the long western breakwater will be seen. Part of the breakwater was destroyed by severe storms in the winter of 1978-79 and the submerged remnants are marked by a port hand buoy about 500 metres due south of the surviving breakwater end. After rounding this buoy steer 040º for the entrance to the inner harbour. The marina is immediately to starboard once inside this harbour.
From the south - Approaching from the south the coast is mostly low and rocky. A water tower at Porto Covo, seven miles south of Sines, is a good landmark. Once closer in, the long eastern breakwater of Sines and its extension will be seen and the eastern breakwater beyond it. Pass between the two breakwaters on a course of 020º to arrive at the inner harbour and marina.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
Call Marina de Sines on VHF channel 12 or telephone: +351 269 860 612. Otherwise, berth at the hammerhead (which is also the fuel berth) and report to the marina office.
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
The Marina de Sines has a total of 230 berths. Yachts tie up alongside on finger pontoons. Maximum length 20 metres. Water and electricity on the pontoons. Toilets and showers. Laundrette. Fuel station. Travel hoist. Cashpoint.
Anchorages
It is possible to anchor off the beach in 5.0 - 8.0 metres. Holding good in sand. Good shelter from all directions except S/SW, which sends in a swell.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Some limited repairs possible through the marina office.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel station in the marina. Water and electricity at all berths.
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
While the area of Sines has a substantial amount of heavy industry and the outskirts are very industrial, the old town on the cliff above the beach is picturesque and attractive. The castle and its adjacent statue of Vasca da Gama outside the parish church where he was christened are worth exploring.
 Old town and beach, Sines |
 Statue of Vasco da Gama |
 Tomb of Vasco da Gama, Monastery of Jeronimos, Lisbon |
Grocery & Supply Stores
Small supermarket and shops about 15 minutes away in the town.
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
Internet cafes in the town.
Laundry
In the marina.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
Bins in the marina.
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
Publications, Guides, etc.
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 19:45, 22 March 2010 (UTC)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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