Ria de Muros
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 Anchorage off Muros |
The Ria de Muros is situated on the coast of NW Spain around 12 miles SE of Cape Finisterre and 25 miles N of the Ria de Arousa. A very wide and deep ria, there are several small harbours and anchorages around its shores where a yacht can find shelter in most conditions, plus two small marinas at Muros on the W side and Portosin on the E. The town of Muros itself is historic and attractive, one of the few along this coast to have remained largely untouched by the Napoleonic and Spanish Civil wars. Shelter in the ria is good in the prevailing winds, although strong southerlies send in a big swell.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 3633 – Islas Sisargas to Rio Mino
- 1756 – Ria de Muros
- Imray
- C48 A Coruna to Porto
Weather
The ria is largely sheltered from the prevailing N/NW winds, but southerlies can raise an unpleasant swell if they are strong. It is necessary in these conditions to tuck well in behind the breakwaters of the two harbours or Muros or Portosin or berth in the marinas to get shelter. Fog can also be a problem, as it is along most of this coast.
Sources for Weather forecasts:
- See main page for Spain.
Passages
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Communication
Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The entrance is nearly three miles wide and entry is possible in all weather conditions. There are, however, some dangerous rocky islets and reefs extending up to two miles off the coast in the approaches from both N and S, though these should not present any problems as long as a yacht has good charts.
Berthing
Visiting yachts have several options in the ria: the marinas of Marina Muros and Portosin Marina, both situated at the ports of the same name, and anchorages off both ports and in several of the coves around the shores of the ria, depending on wind direction and swell.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Marina Muros
The marina offers 210 berths for yachts up to 20 metres in depths of up to 6.0 metres. Berthing is on finger pontoons. Fuel. Water and electricity on the pontoons. Toilets and showers. Laundry. WiFi. Divers. Travel lift (100T). Hard standing.
- [email protected]; Tel: +34 (981) 827 660; Mobile: +34 (608) 174 395; VHF channel 09
- Address: Puerto de Muros, s/n 15250 Muros, La Coruna, Spain
Portosin Marina
The marina is operated by the Club Nautico de Portosin and offers 220 berths (52 for visitors) for yachts up to 16 metres in depths of up to 9.0 metres. Berthing is on finger pontoons. Water and electricity on the pontoons. Fuel berth. LPG gas. Toilets and showers. Laundry. WiFi. Bar/restaurant. Travel lift (30T). Limited hard standing. Basic repairs possible.
- [email protected]; Tel: +34 (981) 766 583; Fax: +34 (981) 766 598; VHF channel 09
- Address:
- Hours: High (June 1 to 31 September) Monday to Sunday 0800 - 2200; Low season Monday to Sunday 0800 - 2100
- Prices: For the latest prices see Price Listing
Anchorages
It is possible to anchor off either of the two harbours of Muros and Portosin. Of the two, Muros offers better shelter in the prevailing winds.
Much of the bay of Muros is filled with mussel rafts, but it is possible to anchor in 6.0 – 8.0 metres N of the harbour. The holding is only moderate in mud and shingle, so it is wise to consider entering the marina if the weather turns. Shelter here is good in most conditions, although it becomes very uncomfortable and possible untenable in easterlies when Portosin is a better bet.
At Portosin, anchor off the small sandy cove N of the harbour in 8.0 – 10.0 metres. Holding is moderate to good in sand and shingle. This position is good in settled weather or southerlies, but strong N or W winds make it untenable and you are better off at Muros.
There are several other quiet coves around the ria – especially on the N side - where it is possible to find good shelter, depending on wind direction.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
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| Water | In both Muros and Portosin |
| Electricity | In both Muros and Portosin |
| Toilets | In both Muros and Portosin |
| Showers | In both Muros and Portosin |
| Laundry | In both Muros and Portosin |
| Garbage | In both marinas |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Fuel dock in both Muros and Portosin |
| Bottled gas | In Portosin |
| Chandlers | Basic chandlery only |
| Services | |
| Repairs | |
| Internet | WiFi in both Muros and Portosin |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | N/A (Not Available) |
Provisioning
Provisions shops in Muros and Portosin.
Eating out
Good restaurants in Muros; fewer in Portosin.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the port.
Places to Visit
Muros town is one of the few largely unspoiled fishing ports along the coast, with a delightful warren of old streets and historic buildings, including some fine churches and squares dominated by carved stone calvaries (stone crosses). In the church of Santa Maria do Campo is a remarkably realistic and rather gruesome altarpiece showing a lifelike Christ on the cross. Portosin is less attractive but is a good base for a visit to the historic town of Noia 10 km to the NE.
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
- Muros at the Wikipedia
References
See Spain.
Comments
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Date of member's last visit to Ria de Muros and this page's details validated:
- July 2000 -- Atheneoflymington
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