Description:
This is one of the best harbors for shelter on the Costa da Morte. It is also a very interesting and useful port of call and a convenient place to leave the boat to explore inland.. It does get very busy in high season, however, in particular when a cruise ship is in town.
La Coruna is situated in the Golfo Artabro, which also includes the smaller ports (further east) of Sada, Ares and Ferrol. There are numerous pretty anchorages in the area.
La Coruna is usually the initial destination for yachts crossing Biscay and the launch point for long cruises north or southbound.
Entrance Notes and Cautions:
Easy access once you round the long outer breakwater (even in storm conditions). Swell can cause alot of surge in Marina Coruna - Marina Real offers better protection. Strong mooring lines and fenders recommended.
Cruiser Highlights:
Good marina facilities; English speaking staff; popular transit port for cruisers; short pleasant walk to the city centre; attractive old town with narrow streets; Torre de Hércules (the world’s oldest
lighthouse); great bars and restaurants; good communications; airport; excellent provisioning; very good chandlery and repair facilities.
Position:
43° 23.1'N, 08° 22.33'W (entrance to Ria da Coruna)
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