Turkeli

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Turkeli (or to give it its full name Turkeli Feneri) is a small fishing harbour on the European side and at the northern end of the Bosphorus (Strait of Istanbul). It is an out-and-out fishing harbour and absolutely no provision is made for visiting yachts, but it is a convenient stop on the European side of the Strait for yachts passing to or from the Bulgarian coast to the NW. A yacht planning to stop here should be prepared to lie alongside a fishing boat, as this will often be the only option (especially during the close period for fishing of May to September).

Charts

BA

1158 Istanbul Bogazi N Part NW Turkey

1159 Istanbul Bogazi S Part NW Turkey

1198 Istanbul Bogazi NW Turkey

NIMA

55047 Southern Entrance to the Istanbul Bogazi (Bosporus)

55048 Istanbul Bogazi (Bosporus)

Turkey

2921 Bosphorus

Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Weather

For most of the time, even in settled weather, winds blow down the Strait from the N and can funnel strongly in the narrower parts. It is not advisable to attempt a transit up to Turkeli in strong winds from N unless your engine is exceptionally powerful.

See also Turkey.

Islands

None.

Navigation

Navigation up to Turkeli is straightforward (see Bosphorus).

The harbour breakwater will not be seen until rounding a small cape with shallows off it (marked with an E cardinal mark) a mile south of the harbour. Once past this, the breakwater and the rocky islet at the NE corner of it is clearly identifiable. The entrance is oriented due S. Beware of the fish traps to the W of the entrance, which have stakes secured with long lines to the sea bed.

Berthing Options

There are two quayed basins in the harbour. Most boats berth in the inner harbour, where there are depths of around 4.0 metres. All the quays are normally full of local fishing boats and (especially during the close period of May to September) a yacht will have no option but to lie alongside a fishing boat.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

None.

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

None.

Repairs/Yards

None.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

None.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

Ashore there are a few small restaurants, but only limited provisions in the town.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Limited.

Eateries

Several restaurants near the harbour.

Internet/WiFi

None.

Laundry

None.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

None.

Garbage Disposal

Limited. Take it with you.

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

• Turkeli at the Wikipedia

References & Publications

See Turkey.

Comments

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• The harbour gives good shelter from the prevailing N/NE winds, but is not a place to linger.--Athene of Lymington 12:40, 13 June 2011 (BST)

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• June 2011 --Athene of Lymington 12:40, 13 June 2011 (BST)

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