Peniche : Profile

Location

Peniche is a busy fishing town with a large harbour, lying in the shelter of a large headland. Until the mid 18th century it was an island, but silting has now joined it to the mainland. The town is well-known for its consistant surfing conditions and its lace-making.

Position 39º 21'N, 9º 22'W.

Clearance

Visiting yachts can clear via the marina.
Alternatively, go to the Instituto Portuario do Centro Office at the main port gate (tel +351 2627811153), however it´s unlikely that any English will be spoken.

Port Authority
Tel:+351 262 784109, Fax:+351 262 784225, VHF Channel 11, 16 (call Capimarpeniche 0900/1200 & 1400/1700 weekdays)
japcpen@mail.telepac.pt

Docking

This harbour has all-weather access but often has an uncomfortable swell inside. The marina is inside the port on the south side of the peninsula.

There is now a new visitors' pontoon in place in the marina.

It is possible to moor against the wall on the opposite side of the harbour. However, because of the tidal range and amount of wash from the ferries and fishing boats, care is needed.

It is also possible to anchor in the SE part of the harbour. The holding here is good but the ground is possibly foul. There is also an anchorage on the north side of the peninsula.

Ilha Berlenga
This island is a nature reserve just 7 nm west of the Peniche Peninsula. There is an anchorage on the SE side, below the lighthouse. A bar/restaurant,a simple shop and fort used as a hostel is all that is here. The clear water is particularly good for diving and snorkeling.

Last updated March 2011.

Marina da Riberia
Porto de Pesca de Peniche, Peniche 2520, Portugal
Tel:+351 682 781 153 / 262 783 331, Fax:+351 682 784 225, VHF Channel 09, 16
centro.peniche@imarport.pt
Berthing for 140 boats up to 15 metres. Most facilities (but toilet and shower block due late 2011), laundry, internet, bar and restaurant. Some repairs possible, 7.5ton crane, shore storage. Chandlery, fuel, and gaz available.

Yacht Clubs

Clube Naval de Peniche
Edif. Lotavelha Peniche, Peniche, Leira 2520618
Tel:+351 262 782568, Fax:+351 262 783082
The headquarters is in the small fort near the root of the west breakwater, beyond the red-doored lifeboat house. Limited facilities. Bar/cafe (closed on Mondays).

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