 Bizerte : Profile
Bizerte is the oldest city in Tunisia. The old port is an attractive place. It is defended from the sea by a double kasbah (fort) that is in perfect shape despite it being 400 years old.(the original structure dates back to Byzantine times).
As a port of entry, there are Customs and Immigration offices in the marina (on the main quay). Customs and Immigration officials usually visit the yacht and are reported to be friendly and helpful. Occasionally they ask for a gift.
Bizerte marina is not really a marina, but just some pontoons in the corner of the harbour.
In an onshore wind the long fetch between the breakwater and yacht pontoons can create a large, dangerous swell.
This port was badly damaged in a storm in February 2006 and its current state is not known.
Leaving a boat unattended at anchor is not advisable. There is no electricity and water only sometimes.
However, a report from April 2006 states that visitors' berths are available on the outside of the floating pontoon extending NW from the Radio Bizerte building. On approach to this pontoon, leave the yellow buoy to starboard.
The Port Captain should be asked for advice on spare parts etc.
Bizerte Marina (Port de Plaisance Bizerte)
Tel:72 436 610, Fax:72 435 681, VHF Channel 16
www.portplaisance.bizerte1.com
Opening Hours: winter: 0800-1000, 1500-1800 Tuesday to Sunday; summer: 0800-2200 daily
The marina is located in the outer harbour. Its installations were badly damaged in a storm in February 2006 and it is advisable to find out first if the damage had been repaired before coming here. Facilities are very basic, there are no showers or toilets, and the pontoons are in a bad state.
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