Sada
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The beach resort and marina of Sada is situated in the Ria de Betanzos four miles due east of La Coruna in NW Spain. It is a popular tourist centre with some good beaches nearby, but its main attraction for the visiting yachtsman is its large, modern marina away from the bustle and crowds of La Coruña round the corner. A more recent attraction is Casper the friendly dolphin, reported in 2009 as making regular trips to the harbour and often escorting arriving yachts into the marina.
Local Weather
Local weather conditions?
Sources for Weather forecasts: See Spain.
Charts
- Imray
- C43 Santander to A Coruna
- British Admiralty
- 1111 - Punta de la Estaca de Bares to Cabo Finisterrre
- 1094 - Rias de Ferrol, Areas, Betanzos and La Coruna
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Approaching the Ria de Betanzos from N, continue a mile and a half due south from Cabo Prioriño Chico, then turn onto a course of 135º until the Torre de Hercules on the promontory of La Coruña is no longer visible. From there, the entrance to Sada marina is a further four miles, on the western side of the Ria. Follow the coast until you reach the port breakwater. The marina is situated south of the fishing port. Depths in the approach are reported as 4.0 metres.
Berthing options
Marina Sada is the only berthing option at the town. Call Marina Sada on VHF channel 09 or telephone: +34 981 619015 or E-mail. Office hours are 10.00 - 14.00 and 16.00 - 19.00.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
The Puerto Deportivo Marina Sada (Website) is a large, modern marina offering a total of 700 berths, 70 of which are reserved for yachts in transit. Maximum length 20 metres. Depths in the marina are 3.0 metres. A maximum stay of seven days is imposed during high season. Water and electricity. Fuel station. Travel lift (32T). Laundry. Chandlery. Supermarket. Cash machine.
Anchorages
- In the large bay of Ares, five miles due north of Sada on the other side of the Ria. Anchor where convenient clear of the moorings. Shelter good from all directions except E/SE. There is also a small marina here (details needed).
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs/Yards
Most mechanical and electrical repairs through the marina. Hard standing available.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Water and electricity at all berths (a daily charge is made according to boat size). Fuel berth in the marina (10.00 - 20.00) - depth at pontoon 2.5 metres.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Sada is a pleasant town with several good beaches but little else. The bus into La Coruña reportedly takes a very scenic route around the coast.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Small supermarket and provisions shops in the town.
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
In the marina.
Laundry
At the marina.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Bins in the marina.
Transportation
- Buses into La Coruna.
Routes/Passages To/From
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- Sada at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See Spain.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- Details researched March 2010 (but not visited)--Athene of Lymington
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