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 center 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.
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
Weather
Local weather conditions?
Sources for Weather forecasts: See Spain.
Passages
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Islands
None.
Communication
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
Marina Sada is the only berthing option at the town.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Marina Sada
Marina Sadais a large, modern marina offering a total of 700 berths, 70 of which are reserved for yachts in transit. It accomodates yachts up to 20 metres in depths of up to 3.0 metres. Depths in the marina are 3.0 metres. A maximum stay of seven days is imposed during high season. Water, electricity, laundy service, WiFi, ATM. Fuel station. Supermarket, Bar/restaurant. Travelift (32 T), Sailmakers. Chandlery, mechanics, electricians.
- [email protected]; Tel: +43 (981) 619 015; Fax: +34 (981) 615 287; VHF channel 09
- Address:
- Hours: 1000-1400 and 1600-1900
Anchorages
See Ria de Betanzos.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | Water at all berths (a daily charge is made according to boat size) |
| Electricity | Electricity at all berths (a daily charge is made according to boat size) |
| Toilets | In the marina |
| Showers | In the marina |
| Laundry | In the marina |
| Garbage | Bins n the marina |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Fuel dock in the marina (10.00 - 20.00) - depth at pontoon 2.5 metres |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | In the marina |
| Services | |
| Repairs | Most mechanical and electrical repairs through the marina. Hard standing available. |
| Internet | WiFi in the marina |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Small supermarket and provisions shops in the town & the marina
Eating out
Restaurant and bar in the marina.
Transportation
- Buses into La Coruna.
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.
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 Spain.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Sada and this page's details validated:
- Details researched March 2010 (but not visited)--Athene of Lymington
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