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Marina Parque das Nacoes, Lisbon, Portugal

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General - Upstream the Tagus River, the former Expo98 marina has been totally rebuilt. Now an urban marina, with easy access to the city centre and to the cosmopolitan life of an European capital. It has several technologies implemented in order to improve the quality of it´s service, and yachts security level, guaranteeing a safe haven for any yacht all year round. The facility offers berths and a boatyard.

Open - All year

Hours - Summer: 09.00 -19.30 Winter: 09.00 - 19.00

Arrival out of hours - We have a double sluice system that closes at night. Should you arrive after 20.30 please contact our reception beforehand or await for the reopening of the sluices at our Reception pontoon

Formalities - Required check in on arrival

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VHF Ch - 9
Call sign - "Marina Parque das Nações"

Address - Edifício da Capitania, Passeio de Neptuno, 1990-193 LISBOA

Berths & Moorings - 600 berths for yachts up to 25m in the south basin and for cruisers up to 230m in the River Pier.

Maximum length - 230m.

Chandlers or Ships' Store - AKI - A do it yourself megastore
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Scuba Diving Gear - Get Offers Here

Fishing Tackle - Not Known
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Water - On the pontoons.

Electric - On the pontoons.

Fuel - Fuel Dock

Weather forecast - Daily updates at the Reception office

Security - 24h security and access cards.

Internet Access - Free wifi on the pontoons

Butane/Camping Gaz/Propane - Not known.

Ice - Sold at the gas station

Other Marina Facilities, Services & Supplies - Toilets, Showers.

Boatyard Facilities & Services - Maintenance and repair services, a boatyard equipped with crane, travel lift, slipway, pump out.

Approach and Entrance -
From the south - Round Cabo Espichel and steer 344º. Enter the Rio Tejo between Fort Sao Julio on the N shore and Fort Bugio in the channel to the SE.
From the north - Keep 1 mile of Cabo da Roca and Cabo Raso. Follow the coast and enter the Rio Tejo between Fort Sao Julio on the N shore and Fort Bugio in the channel to the SE.
To enter - The entrance is on the N shore of the river. Marina Parque das Nações is located in the eastern side of the capital, on the North bank of the Tagus Estuary, 7 miles upstream from the Belém Tower and 1, 5 miles downstream from the Vasco da Gama Bridge.

Position - 38º 45´22´´N 9º 05´33´´W

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Tides;

Reference Port -

Mean time differences - HW: minutes ± ; LW: minutes ±

Heights in metres -

MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
3.8 3 1.4 0.5

Depths at MLW (m);-

Entrance - 2.4
Fuel Dock - 2.0
Slips - 1.5
Moorings - 3.0

Protection/Shelter - Double sluice system, which guarantees the stability of tides, and avoids currents and siltation, ensuring a safe haven for yachts all year round.

Shopping and Provisions - Shopping centre Vasco da Gama; a DIY store Aki; nearby groceries where all provisions can be obtained; and technical shops.

Bank or ATM - Several around the marina

Restaurants & Eating Out - Numerous to suit all tastes and budgets.

Transport -

Bikes - For rental nearby the Marina
Local Bus Service - Available every ten minutes. Bus stop near the marina entrance
Intercity Bus Service - “ Gare do Oriente” station, within 10min walk
Car Rental - Great Deals Here!!!
Train Service - “ Gare do Oriente” station, within 10min walk
Ferry Service -Terreiro do Paço and cais do Sodré
Airport(s) - Lisbon’s Airport only a 5 minutes
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Local Area - A guide book is essential.

Sporting & Recreational Facilities - Not known
Sightseeing - 10 min from the city center and the historical part of Lisbon. Bus tours and walking tours
Museums and Cultural Attractions - The Oceanarium , a major aquarium with more than 25.000 species. Camões Theatre; Casino; The Atlantic Pavilion that hosts major concerts. Yachtsmen should not miss the Museu de Marinha with its model collection.
Galleries - Not known
Conservation Projects - For those who are bird lovers, this is a perfect spot for bird watching as it is situated in the Tagus Estuary on one of the largest and diverse estuaries of Europe.
Special Events - Festival dos Oceanos – is one of the most important, Santo Antonio feasts, New Year’s firework display
Children's Stuff - Playgrounds; Gardens; Knowledge Pavilion - an interactive museum, great for kids
Other - Relaxing gardens; riverside walks, excellent for jogging or cycling.

Other reports on harbors, marinas and anchorages can be viewed in our marina guide

We would like your comments - If you would like to add to this report or submit your own report on a marina, harbour or anchorage not covered in this guide so far please visit our contact page (see button above) for our email address. Digital photos are also very welcome.