Puerto Castillo
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On the east coast of Fuerteventura, less than ten minutes from Puerto Rosario and the airport is the small El Castillo harbour in Caleta de Fuste.
Charts
See Canary Islands.
Weather
See Canary Islands.
Passages
Communication
Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The green buoy shown in the pilot is a fairly prominent pillar about 5ft high, but it could still be hard to spot in a big swell.
The red can-shaped port hand buoy is much further inshore and was easy to see. We came from the S, so didn't have to worry about the E. edge of the reef - but looking at it from the shore we couldn't see anything recognizable as a cardinal, just some small yellow pillars.
If coming from the North it would be best to stay at least a half mile offshore until you can positively identify the green pillar. The approach is between green and red on a bearing of 360 degrees.
Turn sharply to starboard round the breakwater - there is not much space and there could be a few tourist boats and other small craft in the area. If there is no-one there to direct you just pick a pontoon and tie up. We took a large finger and when someone eventually appeared in the office we weren't asked to move even though we told them we were only 8 metres.
Berthing
El Castillo Harbour
El Castillo Harbour [[Puerto Castillo#El Castillo Harbour|El Castillo Harbour]] (Caleta de Fustes) 28°23.529'N, 013°51.364'W It has 110 berths, with a maximum draft of5 m and accommodates boats of up to 16 m long. The marina at El Castillo has washrooms available for users, as well as a slipway, crane and 'travelift', making it posible to remove the boasts from the wáter to carry out any maintenance work necessary. Mooring assistance and 24-hour security ensure for an easy and relaxed experience whilst docking here. Water & electricity, fuel, laundry, toilets and showers are behind the nearby restaurant.
- [email protected]; Tel: +34 (928) 547 518; Fax: +34 (928) 163 999; VHF channel 09 (09:00 - 19:00)
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | In the El Castillo Harbour |
| Electricity | In the El Castillo Harbour |
| Toilets | Behind the restaurant near the El Castillo Harbour |
| Showers | Behind the restaurant near the El Castillo Harbour |
| Laundry | In the El Castillo Harbour |
| Garbage | Bins in the El Castillo Harbour |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | In the El Castillo Harbour |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | None |
| Services | |
| Repairs | Minor |
| Internet | In the hotel |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
There is minimarket.
Eating out
Restaurant near the El Castillo Harbour.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the port.
Places to Visit
List places of interest, tours, etc.
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 Canary Islands.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Puerto Castillo and this page's details validated:
- Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) August, 2018 --Istioploos
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