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  Pointe des Galets (Le Port) : Profile

Location

Located on the NW of the island, about 15km west of the capital, St Dennis. Port de la Pointe des Galets is usually referred to simply as "Le Port".

It is an artificial harbour in the western part of Le Port area.

Clearance

One should tie up alongside the fisherman's wharf south of the entrance, or proceed farther south to the marina and tie up alongside the reception pontoon, in front of the Port Captain’s office that had been inspired by the Sydney Opera House.

Deep-drafted boats should not proceed beyond the finishing wharf, where the depth is 14 ft (4.5 m). Yachts should contact the Capitainerie du Port on VHF Channel 16 and they will advise on the correct procedure.

Yachts which arrive outside working hours usually have to wait until offices open.

Last updated June 2009.

Docking

The marina (port de plaisance) is south of the commercial harbour.

Marina Port de Plaisance
BP 366 - Le Port, Cedex 97829, Réunion Island
Tel:+33(0)262 429010 / 424791
A modern, well-sheltered marina with all facilities. 45 ton travel lift close by.

Port Captain
Le Port
Tel:+33(0)262 435899
Opening Hours: open 0800-1700 on weekdays, and 0800-1500 on weekends.

Yacht Clubs

Club Nautique Portois
close to the marina.

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