Port de L'Estaque

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Port de l'Escale consists of two large basins protected by a series of breakwaters and is situated at the NW end of the commercial docks of Marseille on the Mediterranean coast of France. The basins contain a series of over 25 pontoons which are allocated to a number of yacht clubs and private societies. Most of the pontoons are not available for visiting yachts to moor. However, the SNEM yacht club (Société Nautique Estaque Mourepiane) has the largest number of moorings (650) and makes up to 50 of them available to visiting yachts. Owing to the limited depths the moorings are only suitable for yachts of modest draft (less than 2.0 metres) and length (less than 14.0 metres). Shelter is excellent.

Communication

Try calling the SNEM yacht club on VHF channel 09. Alternatively, telephone or e-mail for advance reservations.

Navigation

Port de l'Estaque should be entered through the W entrance, the Passe de Plaisance (see plan), since the E entrance is reserved for commercial traffic. Depths in the entrance are 3.5 metres and in the basins 2.0 – 2.25 metres. The clubhouse and arrivals pontoon of SNEM yacht club are at the extreme E end of the S basin; however, owing to the decreasing depths it is essential to obtain instructions from the club prior to entry.

Berthing

Berthing

assistance may be available on request. Yachts berth stern/bows-to where directed on a series of pontoons distributed between the N and S basins (the N basin has better depths). Laid moorings on all pontoons. There are ostensibly 50 places available for yachts in transit.

Facilities

• Cafés and restaurants in Estaque
• Shops
• Yacht club
• Sailing and diving school

Repairs

Limited hard standing. Cranes (6T and 3T) Slipway. Some engine, mechanical and electronic repairs.

Security

Moderate.

Location

The two basins of Port l'Estaque (N and S) are situated at the northern end of the bay of Marseille at the suburb of l'Estaque, around 10 kms from the city centre.

Transportation

• Bus 35 into city centre
• Marseille international airport to NW (15 kms)
• Airport shuttle bus from railway station (25 mins)
• Trains from Marseille St-Charles station to most destinations

Price

Current daily berthing price for typical 13 metre yacht (2013): unknown.

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Date of member's last visit to Port de L'Estaque and this page's details validated:

• November 2013 --Entry based on web research and SNEM website --Atheneoflymington

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Names: Athene of Lymington