Puerto de Malaga, Malaga, Andalucia

Position - 36º 43' N 4º 25' W

Charts - British Admiralty1848, 773 Spanish 455, 445A, 4551

Approach & Entrance - From the west the high rise development of Torremolinos and the port of Benalmadena will be clearly seen. The silos and power station with two tall chimneys to the SW of the port will also be seen. You should either stay within 800m of the coat or be further than 1.5 miles off to avoid the prohibited area. Be aware of the exposed wreck in the area. From the east, You can identify a grey cement factory 4 miles to the E. The wide flat valley where the city and port are located can be seen from a distance. Avoid the prohibited area. Enter the harbour on a NE course passing between the breakwaters. Then steer north and pass between the two inner quays. The Real Club Mediterraneo is located on the eastern side of the Darsena de Heredia, some 100m beyond the inner quays. Call on channel 9 for berthing instructions. Charges are very high

Marina - Contact - Tel 952 22 63 00 Fax 952 21 63 11Email VHF Ch 09
Maximum Length -
General - This is the major commercial and fishing port of the Costa del Sol. The only facilities for yachts are at the Real Club Mediterraneo de Malaga and there is little room for visitors.
Water & Electric - On the pontoons.
Security -
Wi-Fi Internet -

Facilities & Services - Are all geared towards large commercial vessels. Showers. Ice Chandlers and supermarkets in the town.

Eating Out - Numerous restaurants in the city.

Local Area - Malaga, known as the "City of Flowers" is both interesting and charming. It can be reached on foot from the port.