Puerto Rico, Canaria
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Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria is a holiday resort situated on the south-west coast of the Spanish island of Gran Canaria. The island's latitude and proximity to the African west coast ensures an even and comfortable climate. Puerto Rico has a sandy beach and two small ports. Inside Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria the majority of shops and restaurants are situated in small commercial shopping centers.
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 approach to Puerto Rico, Canaria is straightforward, no dangers.
Berthing
There are 2 ports: The western port, in front of the beach, is mainly used by local boats; the eastern port is operated as a marina and is used by visiting yachts.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Marina Puerto Rico
Marina Puerto Rico [[Puerto Rico, Canaria#Marina Puerto Rico|Marina Puerto Rico]] 27°46.897'N, 015°42.668'W The marina is on the east port. All together there are 526 moorings for boats up to 15 m length. Water, electricity, toilets, showers, fuel dock, laundy. Haulout by travel-lift, repairs, boat storage. Restaurant, bar, bank.
- [email protected]; Tel: +34 (928) 561 141; Fax: +34 (928) 561 632; VHF channels 08 & 16
- Address: Avda. Tomás Roca Bosch s/n, D.P. 35130 , Puerto Rico , Gran Canaria, Spain
Anchorages
None.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | In the marina |
| Electricity | In the marina |
| Toilets | In the marina |
| Showers | In the marina |
| Laundry | In the marina |
| Garbage | Bins in both ports |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Fuel dock in the marina |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | None |
| Services | |
| Repairs | In the marina |
| Internet | ? |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
In the shopping centers.
Eating out
Near the marina.
Transportation
The town is 70 km away from the capital (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) by dual carriageway.
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
- Puerto Rico, Canaria at the Wikipedia
- Noonsite
References
See Canary Islands.
Comments
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Date of member's last visit to Puerto Rico, Canaria and this page's details validated:
- Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) August, 2018 --Istioploos
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