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Marina Figueira da Foz, Coimbra, Portugal
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General - Marina Figueira da Foz lies on the W coast of Portugal. Strong onshore winds make the entrance to the harbour dangerous with waves breaking all across the gap between the two breakwaters. Position - 40º 09' N 8º 52' W Tides; Reference port - Lisbon Mean time differences - HW: -10 minutes ±10 ; LW: +15 minutes ±5 Heights in metres -
Charts, Pilots & Cruising Guides - See the following link for Portugal Charts Approach & Entrance; From the south - The coast is low and sandy backed by one of the largest coniferous forests in Europe. The suspension bridge 1.5 miles upstream is conspicuous. From the north - Figueira da Foz lies some 2.5 miles S of Cabo Mondego. The suspension bridge 1.5 miles upstream is conspicuous. To enter - Steer a course of 081.5º between the breakwaters. Follow the channel, the entrance to the marina is to port 0.7 mile inside the river mouth. There are cross currents particularly on the ebb. Berths - On finger pontoons. Secure to the arrivals berth opposite the entrance and report to the office. Marina Contact ; Tel - Fax - Web VHF Ch - 8 Maximum Length - 25m Water - On the pontoons. Electric - On the pontoons. Diesel & Petrol - On the fuel quay Security - Internet - Other Facilities & Services - Small repairs can be undertaken. Engineers. Electronic repairs. Radio repairs. Chandlers. Showers. Launderette. Chandlers/Ships Store - Not Known Shop Online for the Best Deals Marine Electronics - The Top Deals are on the Web! Scuba Diving Gear - Get Offers Here Fishing Tackle - Not Known Great Deals Online Shopping - Good shops and a supermarket close to Marina Figueira da Foz. Eating Out - Some restaurants, bars and cafes close to Marina Figueira da Foz and many more in the town. Local Area - A large part of the attractive old town still remains. The city of Coimbra, 48km upstream is worth visiting by bus or train. We would like your comments - If you would like to add to this report or submit your own report on a marina, harbour or anchorage not covered in this guide so far please visit our home page for our contact details. Digital photos are also very welcome. Other reports on harbours, marinas and anchorages can be viewed in our marina guide |
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