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Revision as of 11:25, 27 May 2016
Mgarr Port of Entry
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Mgarr is the harbor of Gozo. It is a small but attractive port town.
For historical details see Gozo.
Charts
See Malta.
Weather
See Malta.
Passages
Mgarr is about 425 nM form Cythera and 400 nM from Pylos in Greece. It is also 350 nM from Cagliari, Sardinia and about 85 nM from Lampedusa in Italy.
Also see Aegean to West Mediterranean Passages.
Communication
- Mgarr Port Control - VHF channels 09 & 12
See also Malta.
The approach to Mgarr, the main port of Gozo, while straightforward, there can be accelerated winds in the channel between Gozo and Comino.
Entrance
The Customs Office is located next to the Marina where a yacht entering or exiting Malta can clear the formalities. For details see also Malta.
Warning: The Customs Office here usually operates between 1 June and 30 September.
Berthing
All yachts should go to the Marina pier "F".
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
N/A (Not Available).
Repairs/Yards
N/A.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
At the Marina.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Take nice walks around Mgarr.
See also Tourism in Gozo.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- There are a few stores.
Eateries
- There are many restaurants within walking distance of the Marina
- The Park Lin restaurant is excellent
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
- In the town.
Garbage Disposal
In bins.
Transportation
- There is frequent bus service, by colorful yellow busses, throughout the island
- Ferries to Malta
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
References & Publications
See Malta.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Mgarr and this page's details validated:
- May 2001 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
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