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- | + | {{IsPartOf|Mediterranean|Spain|Mediterranean coast of Spain|Costa Blanca|Balearic Islands|Majorca}} | |
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- | === | + | {{Infobox |
- | + | | lat= 39.42227|lon=3.26473 | |
+ | | name= Porto Colom | ||
+ | | portofentry= | ||
+ | | zoom= 15 | ||
+ | | chartlet = | ||
+ | | image= Spain_Colom_S.jpg | ||
+ | | imagetext= Satellite Image of Cala Colom | ||
+ | | summary= '''Cala Colom''' or '''Porto Colom''' is a good sized natural harbor along the E shore of [[Majorca]], the largest of the [[Balearics|Balearic]] Islands. | ||
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- | == | + | ==Charts== |
- | + | ''See [[Majorca#Charts|Majorca]]''. | |
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- | + | ''See [[Spain#Weather|Spain]]''. | |
- | + | ==Passages== | |
- | + | ''See [[Aegean to West Mediterranean Passages]]''. | |
- | === | + | ==Communication== |
- | + | {{Green|Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}} | |
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- | + | ''Also see[[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | |
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- | == | + | ==Navigation== |
- | + | The approaches to Cala Colom are straightforward. | |
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- | === | + | ==Berthing== |
- | + | {{poi | lat= 39.42391|lon=3.26223 | |
+ | | type= harbour | ||
+ | | name= Portocolom | ||
+ | | altname= | ||
+ | | url = | ||
+ | | zoom= 17 | ||
+ | | portofentry= | ||
+ | | image= Spain_Cala_Colom_h.jpg | ||
+ | | imagetext= Chart of Cala Colom | ||
+ | | text= The port is usually crowded with local boats but you may be able to find a berth on the pontoons or an unoccupied mooring. | ||
- | + | There are a large assortment of mooring buoys located on the south/left side of the cala as you enter, and some deeper on the right. These buoys are available for long-term rent from the Harbour Master but can be very difficult to book, especially during the summer season. Limited space is available for anchoring on the north/right side of the cala in front of the small beach. There is also a bit of room on the south/left just ahead of the mooring field. The holding is good in mud and sand but be cautious as this area has been dredged and gets shallow very suddenly. | |
- | + | : {{email|[email protected]}}; Tel/Fax: {{phone|34|971|824 683}}; VHF channel 08 | |
+ | : Address: Opening hours: 08:00 - 15:00, 08:00 - 20:00 | ||
+ | }} | ||
- | === | + | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== |
- | + | {{poi | lat= 39.42242|lon=3.26277 | |
- | + | | type= marina | |
+ | | name= Club Nàutic Portocolom | ||
+ | | altname= Club Nautico | ||
+ | | url = http://www.cnportocolom.com/ | ||
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+ | | portofentry= | ||
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+ | | text= Full service. Also rents mooring buoys in the bay. | ||
+ | : {{email|administració@cnportocolom.com}}; Tel: {{phone|34|971|824 58}}; Fax: {{fax|34|971|825399}}; VHF channel 09 | ||
+ | : Address: Club nàutic Portocolom, C/. Pescadors 23, 07670 Portocolom, Illes Balears, Spain | ||
+ | }} | ||
- | == | + | ==Anchorages== |
- | + | Anchoring in the bay is prohibited. | |
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- | + | {{Image right| Spain_CalaColom.jpg| Cala Colom from the Sea}} | |
- | == | + | ==Amenities== |
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- | + | |header|Facilities | |
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- | == | + | |Water| Available on the fuel quay and in the [[#Club Nàutic Portocolom|Club Nautico]] |
- | + | |Electricity| In the [[#Club Nàutic Portocolom|Club Nautico]]}, which is the second quay shown on the chart | |
- | + | |Toilets| {{MagentaText|?}} | |
+ | |Showers| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Laundry| | ||
+ | * There is an excellent lavanderia in the tourist area of the town to the south/left of the harbour entrance. Unfortunately, if you are carrying much laundry it requires a short taxi ride to reach. Ask the driver to take your to ''Erika's Lavanderia'' | ||
+ | * In [[#Club Nàutic Portocolom|Club Nautico]] | ||
+ | |Garbage| There are bins around the harbor | ||
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+ | |Supplies| Although there are two fuel docks indicated on the attached chart, only the one closest to the entrance and in front of the ''Repsol'' station on the street offers fuel. Their working hours are 0900-1330 and 1700-1900 on weekdays and shorter on Sundays. If there is no attendant present to serve you, try the ''Repsol'' station on the street. This quay also houses a number of large fishing boats during evenings and weekends, sometimes making it difficult to reach the quay | ||
+ | |Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Chandlers| A small chandlery near the post office | ||
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+ | |header|Services | ||
+ | |Repairs| Somer repairs in the [[#Club Nàutic Portocolom|Club Nautico]] | ||
+ | |Internet| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Vehicle rentals| Car rentals are available in the town | ||
+ | }} | ||
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+ | ==Provisioning== | ||
+ | * There are many stores, including two large supermarkets a ten-minute walk south up the hill from the harbour between the harbour area and the tourist area. Look for signs or ask for directions to the ''SYP''. There is a nice ''carniceria'' on the main water street and a good vegetable shop one street up from the water street and toward the west end of the cala. In this same area there is a small chandlery and the post office | ||
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+ | ==Eating out== | ||
+ | * There are many restaurants, including some fine-dining establishments in the harbour area. | ||
+ | * Try ''Sa Sinia'', a five-minute walk from the [[#Club Nàutic Portocolom|Club Nautico]] visitor's quay on the water street toward the west end of the cala | ||
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+ | ==Transportation== | ||
+ | ''See [[Majorca#Transportation|Majorca]]''. | ||
- | === | + | ==Tourism== |
- | + | Located just north of the popular beach and resort area of ''Cala d'Or'', the charming harbour town of Porto Colom still retains its traditional character. Visitors can enjoy Porto Colom's local food market on Tuesdays and Saturdays where you will also have a chance to buy some souvenirs. Food lovers should make their way to Porto Colom for the Fira Gastronomica D'es Pop, which takes place during the last weekend of June. From Porto Colom, you can also some of Mallorca's beautiful parks, including ''Mondrago''. | |
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+ | ==Friends== | ||
+ | Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. | ||
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+ | ==Forums== | ||
+ | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') | ||
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- | == | + | ==Links== |
- | + | * [http://www.noonsite.com/Countries/Spain/PortoColom Noonsite] | |
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- | == | + | ==References== |
- | '' | + | ''See [[Balearics#References|Balearics]]''. |
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+ | {{Comments}} | ||
+ | * Porto Colom has been a favorite location for our boat for years. It provides a well protected harbour, fuel, water, excellent provisioning opportunities, good restaurants, a choice of visitors quay with good showers, or anchoring. Until 2008 the ''Club Nautico'' visitor's quay was a bargain, but sadly this is no longer the case. In addition, Porto Colom is well located on the scenic East Coast of [[Mallorca]], offering opportunities for day excursions with a safe haven to return to in the evening --[[User:PrairieChicken|Prairie Chicken]] | ||
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+ | * October 2004 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]] 14:41, 1 July 2008 (MDT) | ||
+ | * June 2009 - [[User:PrairieChicken|PrairieChicken]] 18:51, 1 April 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Latest revision as of 11:27, 30 August 2018
Porto Colom
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Charts
See Majorca.
Weather
See Spain.
Passages
See Aegean to West Mediterranean Passages.
Communication
Add here VHF channel for the coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also seeWorld Cruiser's Nets.
The approaches to Cala Colom are straightforward.
Berthing
Portocolom
The port is usually crowded with local boats but you may be able to find a berth on the pontoons or an unoccupied mooring.
There are a large assortment of mooring buoys located on the south/left side of the cala as you enter, and some deeper on the right. These buoys are available for long-term rent from the Harbour Master but can be very difficult to book, especially during the summer season. Limited space is available for anchoring on the north/right side of the cala in front of the small beach. There is also a bit of room on the south/left just ahead of the mooring field. The holding is good in mud and sand but be cautious as this area has been dredged and gets shallow very suddenly.
- [email protected]; Tel/Fax: +34 (971) 824 683; VHF channel 08
- Address: Opening hours: 08:00 - 15:00, 08:00 - 20:00
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Club Nàutic Portocolom
Full service. Also rents mooring buoys in the bay.
- administració@cnportocolom.com; Tel: +34 (971) 824 58; Fax: +34 (971) 825399; VHF channel 09
- Address: Club nàutic Portocolom, C/. Pescadors 23, 07670 Portocolom, Illes Balears, Spain
Anchorages
Anchoring in the bay is prohibited.
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | Available on the fuel quay and in the Club Nautico |
Electricity | In the Club Nautico}, which is the second quay shown on the chart |
Toilets | ? |
Showers | ? |
Laundry |
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Garbage | There are bins around the harbor |
Supplies | Although there are two fuel docks indicated on the attached chart, only the one closest to the entrance and in front of the Repsol station on the street offers fuel. Their working hours are 0900-1330 and 1700-1900 on weekdays and shorter on Sundays. If there is no attendant present to serve you, try the Repsol station on the street. This quay also houses a number of large fishing boats during evenings and weekends, sometimes making it difficult to reach the quay |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | A small chandlery near the post office |
Services | |
Repairs | Somer repairs in the Club Nautico |
Internet | ? |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | Car rentals are available in the town |
Provisioning
- There are many stores, including two large supermarkets a ten-minute walk south up the hill from the harbour between the harbour area and the tourist area. Look for signs or ask for directions to the SYP. There is a nice carniceria on the main water street and a good vegetable shop one street up from the water street and toward the west end of the cala. In this same area there is a small chandlery and the post office
Eating out
- There are many restaurants, including some fine-dining establishments in the harbour area.
- Try Sa Sinia, a five-minute walk from the Club Nautico visitor's quay on the water street toward the west end of the cala
Transportation
See Majorca.
Tourism
Located just north of the popular beach and resort area of Cala d'Or, the charming harbour town of Porto Colom still retains its traditional character. Visitors can enjoy Porto Colom's local food market on Tuesdays and Saturdays where you will also have a chance to buy some souvenirs. Food lovers should make their way to Porto Colom for the Fira Gastronomica D'es Pop, which takes place during the last weekend of June. From Porto Colom, you can also some of Mallorca's beautiful parks, including Mondrago.
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
See Balearics.
Comments
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- Porto Colom has been a favorite location for our boat for years. It provides a well protected harbour, fuel, water, excellent provisioning opportunities, good restaurants, a choice of visitors quay with good showers, or anchoring. Until 2008 the Club Nautico visitor's quay was a bargain, but sadly this is no longer the case. In addition, Porto Colom is well located on the scenic East Coast of Mallorca, offering opportunities for day excursions with a safe haven to return to in the evening --Prairie Chicken
Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Porto Colom and this page's details validated:
- October 2004 --Istioploos 14:41, 1 July 2008 (MDT)
- June 2009 - PrairieChicken 18:51, 1 April 2010 (UTC)
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