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at Marina de Lagos
Informations
Berthing Capacity
462 pontoon berths for yachts up to 30 metres, equipped with water, electricity with 16/32/64 Amp. supplies. Dredged to -3,0 metres. Access to the Marina from the sea is permanent, with a well protected and lit harbour entrance.
Berthing fees
Tariffs are shown inside the back cover, according to class of vessel, depending on LOA and beam. Berthing fees are based on whatever is greater – berth length or boat LOA, including extras. VAT must be added to all prices.
Payments can be made in cash, Portuguese cheque, major credit cards (conditions apply) or bank transfer.
Arrival procedures
There is an 80-metre long waiting pontoon to starboard of the marina entrance, just before the metal lifting bridge, where boats must stop to check-in at the Reception Office.
Upon arrival, skippers must provide boat registration, insurance and crew documents, with boats moored at the waiting pontoon. The receptionists will carry out the check-in and will help with official formalities, if required.
Marina reception and bridge operation times
01/01 – 28/03 > 09:00 – 18:00h
29/03 – 31/05 > 09:00 – 19:00h
01/06 – 15/09 > 08:00 – 22:00h
16/09 – 24/10 > 09:00 – 19:00h
25/10 – 31/12 > 09:00 – 18:00h
The marina’s lifting bridge will open on demand via VHF 9, during the above hours. However, pedestrians have right of way 10 minutes before the departure of trains from the Lagos train station.
Bridge procedure
Call “Marina de Lagos” on VHF 09, referring boat name and requesting bridge opening to enter or exit the marina. Do not leave your berth without receiving the marina’s confirmation about the next bridge opening time, especially in severe weather conditions.
Low rise motor boats may normally pass below without opening. Inbound boats have priority.
Access Cards
Access to our pontoons and facilities is controlled by security cards, available from the Reception, for a returnable deposit. Please do not lend your cards to unknown persons. Visitors are asked to return the cards and collect their deposit on departure.
Waste
Waste bins and recycling containers are located to the rear of the commercial building, next to Marina Club hotel and at the North marina entrance. Waste oil tanks are located on each end of the commercial building. Please do not leave waste on the pontoons nor use the litter bins along the marina’s waterfront to dispose of garbage bags – please use the large containers.
Car Parking
A 500-space public car park is located behind the old railway station. Please do not leave valuables on display. The marina will not accept liability for loss or damage.
Shopping
The marina’s commercial areas have shops, restaurants and bars. A well supplied supermarket is just 200 m from the north end of the marina, open 7 days a week. On Saturdays, a farmer’s market takes place just across the lifting bridge. Lagos has plenty of shops open all year, only a 10 minutes’ walk from your berth.
Lagos Navigators
Marina de Lagos is the home of the Lagos Navigators, an independent and informal group of berth-holders and others, who work together to ensure that visitors can make the most of their stay in Lagos. In conjunction with the marina, the Navigators organise a wide variety events throughout the winter months and share their knowledge and experience in a number of ways. On Monday and Friday at 0930 there is a short VHF broadcast on channel 9 about the activities.
For information and ideas on a wide variety of topics, go to www.lagosnavigators.freeforums.org, or to www.lagosnavigators.net, which has a comprehensive database.
Services
Showers
Located in the main commercial building, for the exclusive use of marina guests. Entry is controlled by access cards. A private family bathroom is also available.
Marina Laundry
Located at the SE end of the main commercial building, with self-service washing and drying machines. Tokens for the machines can be purchased at the Reception.
Trolleys
Marina trolleys are located inside the gates to pontoons. Please return after use.
Fuel Pontoon
Fuel (diesel and gasoline 95), engine oil and ice supply are available daily during the times established by the marina. For service, please contact the Reception or VHF 09 directly. Accepted payment methods: cash and Portuguese bank cheque.
Weather Information
Available daily at the Reception, in Portuguese and English, and broadcast on VHF 12 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. during the high season.
Incoming mail and small parcels will be accepted if addressed c/o Marina de Lagos - Edifício da Administração, 8600-315 Lagos, Portugal, with name of yacht clearly indicated.
Concierge
Customer support service to maximize your stay in Lagos: restaurant and travel reservations, touristic and nautical information, car rental, events, medical care, sports, etc. Available next to the reception.
Internet
Wifi internet access is available in the marina. through a shared network, not intended for intensive or professional use.
Security
Security guards patrol the pontoons and properties 24/7. Site security is everybody’s business. Please report anything suspicious and keep the gates closed. Outside the marina’s working hours, security guards can be reached on VHF 09.
The private areas on land are monitored through a CCTV network.
Pump-out station
Available next to the fuel pontoon, for black waters only. Contact the Reception for service.
Transfers
The marina provides a transfer service to and from Faro airport, golf courses and other locations. Please contact the Reception.
Sailing Academy
The Marina de Lagos Sailing Academy offers its services for day skippers, tuition in mooring and tying up your boat, and also for the organization of corporate and team building events, among others. More information Tel: (+351) 282 792 681- info@southwestcharters.com
Emergency / Assistance
Emergency
Emergency telephones are located at the pontoon entrances, from where you can contact the Reception, Police, Fire Brigade and medical services. For assistance, you may contact the Reception during working hours or, outside those times, contact the guard on patrol through VHF 9 or phone +351 919 560 743.
Automatic External Defibrillator
The marina is equipped with 1 automatic external defibrillator (AED) and has qualified workers to use the AED in case of cardio-respiratory arrest.
In case of emergency, call 112and call the security guard +351 919 560 743or VHF 09 (in that order).
Consult the information about full procedures affixed in the marina.
Luzdoc private clinic
24-hour private clinic. Do not hesitate to call upon their service. Contact details on the list of useful telephone numbers.
Repairs
There are experts that can carry out repairs in fibre glass, wood, electric and electronic engines, sails, etc. A list of authorised professionals is posted on the notice board at the reception.
Professional Diver
Contact the Reception office.