Ria de Muros
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Ria de Muros
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The Ria de Muros is situated on the coast of NW Spain around 12 miles SE of Cape Finisterre and 25 miles N of the Ria de Arousa. A very wide and deep ria, there are several small harbours and anchorages around its shores where a yacht can find shelter in most conditions, plus two small marinas at Muros on the W side and Portosin on the E. The town of Muros itself is historic and attractive, one of the few along this coast to have remained largely untouched by the Napoleonic and Spanish Civil wars. Shelter in the ria is good in the prevailing winds, although strong southerlies send in a big swell.
Weather
The ria is largely sheltered from the prevailing N/NW winds, but southerlies can raise an unpleasant swell if they are strong. It is necessary in these conditions to tuck well in behind the breakwaters of the two harbours or Muros or Portosin or berth in the marinas to get shelter. Fog can also be a problem, as it is along most of this coast.
Sources for Weather forecasts:
- See main page for Spain.
Charts
- British Admiralty
- 3633 – Islas Sisargas to Rio Mino
- 1756 – Ria de Muros
- Imray
- C48 A Coruna to Porto
Communication
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The entrance is nearly three miles wide and entry is possible in all weather conditions. There are, however, some dangerous rocky islets and reefs extending up to two miles off the coast in the approaches from both N and S, though these should not present any problems as long as a yacht has good charts.
Berthing Visiting yachts have several options in the ria: the marinas of Marina Muros and Portosin Marina, both situated at the ports of the same name, and anchorages off both ports and in several of the coves around the shores of the ria, depending on wind direction and swell.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Marina Muros
Portosin Marina
Anchorages
It is possible to anchor off either of the two harbours of Muros and Portosin. Of the two, Muros offers better shelter in the prevailing winds. Much of the bay of Muros is filled with mussel rafts, but it is possible to anchor in 6.0 – 8.0 metres N of the harbour. The holding is only moderate in mud and shingle, so it is wise to consider entering the marina if the weather turns. Shelter here is good in most conditions, although it becomes very uncomfortable and possible untenable in easterlies, when Portosin is a better bet.
At Portosin, anchor off the small sandy cove N of the harbour in 8.0 – 10.0 metres. Holding is moderate to good in sand and shingle. This position is good in settled weather or southerlies, but strong N or W winds make it untenable and you are better off at Muros.
There are several other quiet coves around the ria – especially on the N side - where it is possible to find good shelter, depending on wind direction.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
Basic chandlery only.
Repairs/Yards
Small yard at Portosin. Hard standing and travel lifts at both Muros and Portosin.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel in Portosin. Water and electricity in both marinas.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Muros town is one of the few largely unspoilt fishing ports along the coast, with a delightful warren of old streets and historic buildings, including some fine churches and squares dominated by carved stone calvaries (stone crosses). In the church of Santa Maria do Campo is a remarkably realistic and rather gruesome altarpiece showing a lifelike Christ on the cross. Portosin is less attractive, but is a good base for a visit to the historic town of Noia 10 kms to the NE.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Provisions shops in Muros and Portosin.
Eateries
Good restaurants in Muros; fewer in Portosin.
Internet/WiFi
In both marinas.
Laundry
In both marinas.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
In both marinas.
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Routes/Passages To/From
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
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
- Ria de Muros at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See Spain.
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- July 2000 -- Atheneoflymington
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