Vilagarcia de Arousa

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==Vilagarcia de Arousa==
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===Background===
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| lat= 42.60024| lon=-8.77509
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| name= Vilagarcía de Arousa
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| 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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; British Admiralty
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: 1764 - Ria de Arousa
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: 1762 - Vilagarcia de Arousa
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: C48 A Coruna to Porto
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* Illa de Arousa (6 miles to SW)
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* Illa de Malveria Pequena (2 miles to N)
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The approach is free from dangers; however, be aware of mussel rafts in the approaches.
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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].
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{{poi | lat= 42.60052| lon=-8.76971
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| 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.
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: {{email|[email protected]}}; Tel: {{phone|34|986|511 175}}; Fax: {{fax|34|986|512 792}}; VHF channel 09
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==Anchorages==
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''See [[Ria_de_Arousa#Anchorages|Ria de Arousa]]''.
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|Water| Water on the pontoons
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|Electricity| Electricity on the pontoons
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|Toilets| In the marina
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|Showers| In the marina
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|Laundry| In the marina
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|Fuel| Fuel in the marina (self-service 24 hours)
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|Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Chandlers| None.
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|Repairs| Adjacent yard can undertake most repairs
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|Internet| WiFi in the marina
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|Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Vehicle rentals| Several outlets in the town
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==Provisioning==
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Supermarkets and shops in the town.
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==Eating out==
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* Several expensive fish restaurants in the town
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* The excellent ''Albarino'' white wine is produced locally and well worth trying.
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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}}
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{{himage|Arousa.jpg|Fishing boats, Illa de Arousa}}
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{{himage|Arousabeach.jpg|Typical beach, Illa de Arousa}}
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Vilagarcía de Arousa
42°36.014'N, 008°46.505'W Chart icon.png
lat=42.60024 | lon=-8.77509 | zoom=14 | yVillaMarina.jpg

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:

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.

Navigation

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/wiki/Vilagarcia_de_Arousa#.5B.5BRia_de_Arousa.23Marina_Vilagarcia.7CMarina_Vilagarcia.5D.5D
Marina icon 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
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.

Shellfish beds, Carril
Fishing boats, Illa de Arousa
Typical beach, Illa de Arousa

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

References

See Spain.

Comments

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