Vilagarcia de Arousa
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| + | | name= Vilagarcía de Arousa | ||
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| imagetext= Villagarcia marina | | imagetext= Villagarcia marina | ||
| - | + | | summary= '''Vilagarcia de Arousa''', a town of 35,000 inhabitants, is situated on the eastern side of the wide inlet of the [[Ria de Arousa]] in [[NW Spain]], 30 miles SW of the famous town of Santiago de Compostella. While the town itself is not particularly noteworthy, it has the benefit of a well-sheltered marina and is a good base for a visit to Santiago or for exploring the wonderful beaches of the Illa de Arousa. | |
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| - | Vilagarcia de Arousa, a town of 35,000 inhabitants, is situated on the eastern side of the wide inlet of the [[Ria de Arousa]] in [[NW Spain]], 30 miles SW of the famous town of Santiago de Compostella. | + | |
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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: C48 A Coruna to Porto | : C48 A Coruna to Porto | ||
| - | == | + | ==Weather== |
| + | Local weather conditions? | ||
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| + | Sources for Weather forecasts: | ||
| + | * ''See [[Spain#Weather|Spain]]'' | ||
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| + | ==Passages== | ||
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| + | ==Islands== | ||
| + | * Illa de Arousa (6 miles to SW) | ||
| + | * Illa de Malveria Pequena (2 miles to N) | ||
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| + | ==Communication== | ||
| + | {{Green|Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}} | ||
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
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The approach is free from dangers; however, be aware of mussel rafts in the approaches. | The approach is free from dangers; however, be aware of mussel rafts in the approaches. | ||
| - | ==Berthing | + | ==Berthing== |
The only option is berthing in Vilagarcia Marina. Call on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +34 986 565 129 or [mailto:[email protected] E-mail]. | The only option is berthing in Vilagarcia Marina. Call on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +34 986 565 129 or [mailto:[email protected] E-mail]. | ||
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ||
| - | Vilagarcia Marina is situated in the NE corner of the large commercial harbour. The marina offers a total of 450 berths on pontoons. Yachts moor bow or stern to. Maximum length 25 metres. Depths in the marina are from 3.0 to 5.0 metres. Water and electricity at all pontoons. Crane & travel lift. WiFi. Laundry. | + | {{poi | lat= 42.60052| lon=-8.76971 |
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| + | | name= [[Ria de Arousa#Marina Vilagarcia|Marina Vilagarcia]] | ||
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| + | | imagetext= Vilagarcia Marina in the Ria de Arousa | ||
| + | | text= Vilagarcia Marina is situated in the NE corner of the large commercial harbour. The marina offers a total of 450 berths on pontoons. Yachts moor bow or stern to. Maximum length 25 metres. Depths in the marina are from 3.0 to 5.0 metres. Water and electricity at all pontoons. Crane & travel lift. WiFi. Laundry. | ||
| + | : {{email|[email protected]}}; Tel: {{phone|34|986|511 175}}; Fax: {{fax|34|986|512 792}}; VHF channel 09 | ||
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| - | + | ==Anchorages== | |
''See [[Ria_de_Arousa#Anchorages|Ria de Arousa]]''. | ''See [[Ria_de_Arousa#Anchorages|Ria de Arousa]]''. | ||
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| - | + | |Water| Water on the pontoons | |
| - | + | |Electricity| Electricity on the pontoons | |
| - | + | |Toilets| In the marina | |
| - | + | |Showers| In the marina | |
| + | |Laundry| In the marina | ||
| + | |Garbage| Bins in the marina | ||
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| - | + | |Fuel| Fuel in the marina (self-service 24 hours) | |
| + | |Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
| + | |Chandlers| None. | ||
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| - | + | |Repairs| Adjacent yard can undertake most repairs | |
| + | |Internet| WiFi in the marina | ||
| + | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
| + | |Vehicle rentals| Several outlets in the town | ||
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Supermarkets and shops in the town. | Supermarkets and shops in the town. | ||
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| - | * Several expensive fish restaurants in the town | + | * Several expensive fish restaurants in the town |
| - | * The excellent Albarino white wine is produced locally and well worth trying. | + | * The excellent ''Albarino'' white wine is produced locally and well worth trying. |
| - | ==== | + | ==Transportation== |
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| - | ==== | + | ==Tourism== |
| - | + | ====History==== | |
| + | {{Green|Give a short history of the port.}} | ||
| - | ==== | + | ====Places to Visit==== |
| - | + | Trains depart several times a day for the town of Santiago de Compostella, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and centre of pilgrimage since the 9th century AD. The village of Carril five miles to the north of the marina is attractive, as is the island of Illa de Malveria Pequena just offshore. If you have bicycles aboard, the Illa de Arousa six miles to the south is idyllic, with dazzling white sandy beaches reminiscent of tropical isles. Access is via a long causeway from the eastern side of the Ria. | |
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| - | + | {{himage|Carril.jpg|Shellfish beds, Carril}} | |
| - | + | {{himage|Arousa.jpg|Fishing boats, Illa de Arousa}} | |
| - | + | {{himage|Arousabeach.jpg|Typical beach, Illa de Arousa}} | |
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| - | == | + | ==Friends== |
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | ||
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') | ||
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| - | * {{wikipedia}} | + | * {{wikipedia|Vilagarcía}} |
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| - | ==References | + | ==References== |
| - | ''See [[Spain# | + | ''See [[Spain#References|Spain]]''. |
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* August 2000 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Atheneoflymington]] | * August 2000 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Atheneoflymington]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 15:01, 21 August 2018
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Vilagarcia de Arousa, a town of 35,000 inhabitants, is situated on the eastern side of the wide inlet of the Ria de Arousa in NW Spain, 30 miles SW of the famous town of Santiago de Compostella. While the town itself is not particularly noteworthy, it has the benefit of a well-sheltered marina and is a good base for a visit to Santiago or for exploring the wonderful beaches of the Illa de Arousa.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 1764 - Ria de Arousa
- 1762 - Vilagarcia de Arousa
- Imray
- C48 A Coruna to Porto
Weather
Local weather conditions?
Sources for Weather forecasts:
- See Spain
Passages
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Islands
- Illa de Arousa (6 miles to SW)
- Illa de Malveria Pequena (2 miles to N)
Communication
Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The approach is free from dangers; however, be aware of mussel rafts in the approaches.
Berthing
The only option is berthing in Vilagarcia Marina. Call on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +34 986 565 129 or E-mail.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Marina Vilagarcia
Marina Vilagarcia [[Vilagarcia de Arousa#Marina Vilagarcia|Marina Vilagarcia]] 42°36.031'N, 008°46.183'W Vilagarcia Marina is situated in the NE corner of the large commercial harbour. The marina offers a total of 450 berths on pontoons. Yachts moor bow or stern to. Maximum length 25 metres. Depths in the marina are from 3.0 to 5.0 metres. Water and electricity at all pontoons. Crane & travel lift. WiFi. Laundry.
- [email protected]; Tel: +34 (986) 511 175; Fax: +34 (986) 512 792; VHF channel 09
Anchorages
See Ria de Arousa.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
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| Water | Water on the pontoons |
| Electricity | Electricity on the pontoons |
| Toilets | In the marina |
| Showers | In the marina |
| Laundry | In the marina |
| Garbage | Bins in the marina |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Fuel in the marina (self-service 24 hours) |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | None. |
| Services | |
| Repairs | Adjacent yard can undertake most repairs |
| Internet | WiFi in the marina |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | Several outlets in the town |
Provisioning
Supermarkets and shops in the town.
Eating out
- Several expensive fish restaurants in the town
- The excellent Albarino white wine is produced locally and well worth trying.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the port.
Places to Visit
Trains depart several times a day for the town of Santiago de Compostella, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and centre of pilgrimage since the 9th century AD. The village of Carril five miles to the north of the marina is attractive, as is the island of Illa de Malveria Pequena just offshore. If you have bicycles aboard, the Illa de Arousa six miles to the south is idyllic, with dazzling white sandy beaches reminiscent of tropical isles. Access is via a long causeway from the eastern side of the Ria.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Vilagarcia de Arousa at the Wikipedia
References
See Spain.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Vilagarcia de Arousa and this page's details validated:
- August 2000 --Atheneoflymington
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