Vigo : Profile

Location

The Ria de Vigo is a 15 mile long arm of the sea, protected across its entrance by the Islas Cies, providing a safe, sheltered harbour.

The Port of Vigo is ideally positioned on the Vigo Estuary and has, for many years, been the leading seafood port in Galicia. Vigo, which was first settled as a small fishing village, has become Galicia´s most populous city with successive areas of land having been reclaimed from the sea. Its origin as a fishing port has left the old town with an interesting maritime atmosphere.

This city is an excellent base from which to visit the towns and villages along the Vigo estuary and the Cíes Isles that form part of the National Park of the Atlantic Islands.

All marine services are available here.

Docking

There are numerous anchorages, the most attractive being near the entrance, especially on east side of Islas Cies.

Most of the marinas have limited space for visitors. It is best to call ahead. Several of them are being, or have recently been, extended.

Moorings are also available further up the Ria, beyond the Rande suspension bridge, but watch for the shallow depths.

Port control: Vigo Practicos VHF Channel 14

Last updated July 2008

Harbour Master
Tel:+34 986 224001 , Fax:+34 986 4348

Liceo Maritimo de Bouzas
Avda Eduardo Cabello 8, 36208 Vigo
Tel:+34 986 239 955, Fax:+34 986 239 955, VHF Channel 9
Opening Hours: 0900-1300 and 1600-2000
An established marina, but a long way from the centre of the City. Situated at the back of Bouzas harbour. Regular marina facilities. Depth 3 metres, maximum length 10 metres.

Marina Davila Sport
Tel:+34 986 244 612, Fax:+34 986 206 809, VHF Channel 09
marina@davilasport.es
Opening Hours: Mon to Fri 0900-1330 and 1530-1900, Sat 1000-1300
Also in Bouzas, but in the inner harbour. Reception pontoon. Berthing on long pontoons. All facilities, fuel, boatyard with 70 ton travel lift and comprehensive repair services, chandlery.

Puerto Deportivo Punta Lagoa
Lagoa Vigo
Tel:+34 986 374 305, Fax:+34 986 410 096, VHF Channel 09
lagoa@yatesport.es
A new marina with all facilites (including fuel and pump-out). Must call ahead. More expensive than other marinas.

Real Club Nautico de Vigo
Las Avenidas, 36202 Vigo
Tel:+34 986 449 694, Fax:+34 986 449 695, VHF Channel 09
puertorcnv@yahoo.com
Opening Hours: 1000-1400 and 1600-1900
All facilities, reception pontoon, harbour masters office, fuel dock, boatyard with 32 ton travel hoist, repairs, laundry, bars, restaurants and a swimming pool. Often little space. It is advisable to book ahead.

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