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Revision as of 01:59, 22 March 2016
Vigo, Spain (Port of Entry)
The large commercial port of Vigo lies on the S shore of the Ria de Vigo on the coast of NW Spain, around six miles from the entrance to the Ria. Together with its suburb of Bouzos, it is the largest city in Galicia, with a population of just under 300,000. In addition to being a major fishing and shipbuilding and repair centre, the city also hosts a major Peugeot Citroen car manufacturing plant. As well as offering all the facilities of a major city, Vigo boasts a total of four marinas and has a wide range of chandleries and marine support and repair services. It is in consequence a popular spot for yachts to refit or lay up for the winter. In 2005 leg one of the Volvo Ocean Race started from Vigo and ended in Cape Town.
Local Weather
The entrance to the Ria de Vigo is largely protected from N and W by the Illas Cies, which stretch N-S just under two miles off the entrance and keep out the worst of the Atlantic swell. Fog is an occasional problem.
Sources for Weather forecasts:
- See Spain
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 3633 - Islas Sisargas to Rio Mino
- 1730 – Ria de Vigo
- 1731 – Spain West Coast, Puerto de Vigo
- Imray
- C48 - A Coruna to Porto
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
There are a number of rocky islands and reefs in the approaches to the Rio de Vigo from both N and S, but all are well charted. If coming from Bayona, it is possible in settled weather to pass inside the Illas Estelas, a group of rocky islets on the N side of Bayona bay, but it is safer to pass outside in bad weather. On the N side of the entrance to the Ria is the archipelago of the Illas Cies with an isolated islet a mile S of the three main islands. Other than these, there are no hazards in the approach to Vigo as long as a yacht keeps half a mile offshore until reaching the commercial port.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
Vigo is a port of entry/exit to Spain.
Submit details about facilities for checking in - location of immigration & customs, etc.
Berthing Options
Visiting yachts can usually find a berth at one of the four marinas in Vigo and its suburb of Bouzas. If they are all full there are further small marinas at the settlements of Cangas and Moana on the N shores of the ria and at San Adrian de Cobres under the road bridge in the tidal lagoon of Enseada de San Simon (see Wiki entry for Ria de Vigo for details).
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
For details of the Cangas and Moana marinas, see the Ria de Vigo Wiki page.
Real Club Nautico de Vigo
Marina Punta Lagoa
Liceo Maritimo, Bouzas
Marina Davila Sport, Bouzas
Yacht clubs
- Real Club Nautico de Vigo (founded 1906) organizes every August one of the largest sailing races of the Iberian peninsula: the Regata Rias Baixas, which attracts up to 130 yachts of all nationalities. See Website for details.
- Liceo Marítimo de Bouzas yacht club (founded 1907) organizes two important regattas in the Galician sailing calendar: the Regata Vila de Bouzas and a Regata de Solitarios y a Dos. See Website for details.
Anchorages
There are no suitable anchorages close to Vigo. However, there are several sandy bays in the Ria de Vigo which offer good anchorage in settled weather, especially along the N coast from the entrance to the Ria and near the settlements of Cangas and Moana. With care and attention to the tides, it is possible to pass under the high road bridge at the E and of the Ria and into the Enseada de San Simon, where one can anchor near the settlement of San Adrian de Cobres in perfect shelter from all except E winds.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Good chandleries in Vigo.
Repairs/Yards
Good repair facilities at most of the Vigo marinas.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Water and electricity at al the marinas. Fuel in Vigo and Cangas.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
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The old centre of Vigo, the Casco Vello, is very enjoyable to explore, with its narrow streets and traditional craft shops exuding character. Vigo also boasts several good museums, including an important Museum of Contemporary Art and a Museum of the Sea. The 17th century Castro fortress 500 metres inland from the commercial harbour is worth a detour to explore its ramparts and peaceful gardens, especially towards sunset.
Most visiting yachts sooner or later make a beeline for the magical Islas Cies at the W of Ria de Vigo, where there are several idyllic anchorages on the two main islands of Illa de Monte Agudo and Illa del Faro. Both islands are also worth exploring on foot – especially Illa de Monte Agudo, where it is possible to climb to the top of the eponymous mountain where there are unusual eroded rock formations and magnificent views over the Ria de Vigo. Although tripper boat visitors are limited to 2,000 daily, the great majority stay on the beaches and you may well be alone up here even in high season.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Several supermarkets and provisions shops in the city.
Eateries
Numerous restaurants in the city and near the marinas.
Internet/WiFi
At most of the Vigo marinas.
Laundry
Several in the city (details from the marinas).
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Numerous rental outlets in the city.
Garbage Disposal
Bins at the marinas.
Transportation
- Local bus service to Bayona and Pontevedra.
- Train service to Santiago de Compostela
- Domestic airport at Vigo and international airport at Santiago de Compostela (65 kms)
Routes/Passages To/From
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
- Cruiser Log moderator Nausikaa (Stephen) is currently living and working in Vigo. Visiting yachts are welcome to contact Stephen, using the messaging facility on the Cruiser Log site, who will be glad to offer any assistance he can.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- Vigo at the Wikipedia
- National Park website
- Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park at the Wikipedia
- Galicia tourism website
References & Publications
See Spain.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- July 2000 -- Atheneoflymington
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