Marinas
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Marinas |
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Marinas are expensive for the average yachtsman. Try one and you will look for free anchorages ever after.
As usual in the Med, you normally moor with bowanchor and sternrope in the harbours. Of course, the marinas have mooringchains, which you as well fix at the bow.
In the mostly sandy bays of the Balearics, you normally anchor free, without sternropes. Just in narrow corridors like for example Cala Pi, we recommend sternropes. If you have enough room, in some bays in Menorca, especially on the southcoast, it is as well wise to keep the boat in the swell, using sternanchor or ropes.Winds
Mallorca normally offer a steady weather in the summer, but after all, do not trust in it. There is always the danger of strong Mistrals and Tramontanas. And, in summer 2000, there were a lot of wind (too much) and clouds....also not usual for that area.
As they are islands, every coastal area has got its own wind, capes increase the wind. So, for example, in Palma bay, you mainly have southwesterly winds in settled weather, no matter what the other areas may have... The wind awakes in the morning, blows over the day in various strength and normally dies at afternoon... in settled weather, do not calculate with this!!
The main wind is a N, Tramontana (called Mistral in Lyon, Maestral at Costa Brava), which blows dry and cold from the french coast, often stormy. If there is a bft. 8 or 9 in Lyon, still bft. 7 arrives mainly in Menorca. The more you head south, the less wind arrives from that direction, but always take care of this wind, it´s a beast!
But, if you are in a sheltered bay, he sometimes helps to stand the heat, for he brings cool winds; skys are clear and blue, when he blows and sun shines.
In contrast to Tramontana, the southwind, in his strongest form called Scirrocco, is a hot, dumpy wind, coming from the Sahara, blowing along the northcoast of Africa and turning to east towards the Med.
He announces himself with a darkyellow stripe at the horizon and carries a lot of sand, you will not recognize your deck afterwards......It needs hours, to get this darkyellow dirt off!!
The southwind normally starts dry in Africa, but on his way to the Balearics, he gets more and more humid, so if he blows, you feel like in a dumpy hairdresser´s salon.
Grace Rasumus, the windgod, he is not blowing very often and long!
Levante is called the eastwind, coming if there is a depression between the Balearics and Africa. He normally comes 8-10 times a year in storm strength.
Normally, you should have moderate winds in that region, normally. In the last years, as anywhere else in the world, we have learned not to trust the rules, they have changed a lot, so aswell here in that area.
So, take care of weatherreports and listen to CH16, where you will get gailwarnings, as usual. Navtex aswell sends gailwarnings, not always in right time....
Also look at the clouds! A good sign for an immediately starting Tramontana/Mistral are cigarshaped clouds. If you see them, hurry up into the next harbour, this wind is able to produce short waves of 2-4m in a VERY short time!!
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| Puerto de Cala Bona | 39° 37 N 03° 23 W |
Son Sercera
Tel 58 62 56 |
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| Palma | 39°
33 N
02° 38 W |
Real Club Nautico Muelle de San Pedro 1 Paseo Martitimo, 07012 Palma, Mallorca. Tel 971-726848 Fax 971-718636
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This royal yacht club was founded in 1948 making it the oldest in the Balearics. It is situated near the centre of town and offers good security with easy access for all nautical goods and services. There is a full service yard within the club itself for yachts up to about 50tn. For larger yachts there are plentiful facilities at some of the other yards in the bay. The club sports a pleasant swimming pool and outside bar area, plus an excellent restaurant. It is the base for some of Spain's most prestigious regattas such as the King's Cup and the Princess Sofia Trophy, in which many members of the Spanish Royal Family frequently participate. |
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| Sant Antoni de la Platja | 39°
32 N
02° 43 W |
Club
Maritimo
Palma Tel 26 35 12 Fax 26 16 38 |
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| Puerto de Palma | Pier 46, Avda.
Gabriel Roca, s/n.
07014 -
Palma Mallorca Fax 971-725208 |
The jurisdiction of Palma Port Authority for mooring fees extends from the end of the Club de Mar until the Muelle Viejo with a couple of exceptions. The first moorings after the Club de Mar are for long stay boats, this is followed by the first pontoon, known as La Cuarentena, which has 56 berths. The second pontoon (known as El Mediterraneo) has recently been acquired by the company and has 72 berths. This company also has a floating pontoon opposite the Cathedral, although there are few services other than water and electricity, this area has the advantage of being almost in the heart of the city, yet in a very tranquil area with a Guardia Civil post close by providing good security. When coming into the port of Palma you will need to lay an anchor when going stern-to any of the berths along the front, North of El Mediterraneo pontoon. Tie up at any appropriate berth and wait for one of the Port Authority's representatives to arrive and discuss charges. If you wish to stay for a long period of time it is best to go directly to the Port Authority Offices at the Muelle Viejo, 19 (first floor) to discuss prices and location. Fuel is available from the fishing quay just round the corner from the Real Club Nautico, or from the Club de Mar. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Puerto
Portals |
39° 32 01
N 02° 34 08
W |
Portals Nous, Calvia, Mallorca. Tel 971-171100 Fax 971-171117 |
Portals is located 9 kms by motorway from the centre of Palma and 16 Kms from the airport. The harbour has a total capacity of 670 moorings with sizes ranging from 8 x 3 meters to 80 Mts. L.O.A. This marina is the crémé
de la creme of Mallorcan harbours, housing beautiful people, cars and
yachts. The full gamut of nautical services are available here, from
innumerable brokerages to excellent chandleries, bars and restaurants.
Smaller craft can be provided with undercover storage, and all other
wintering facilities for yachts of every size are readily obtainable.
It's a good idea to contact the port captain by telephone or on VHF
Channel 9 prior to arrival because, particularly in the summer, this
port can get very full.
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| Puerto de Soller | 39° 47 08
N 02° 41 01
W |
Port
y Litorals
Muelle Pesquero s/n, 07108 - Puerto de Sóller Mallorca |
The entrance to the port of Soller is well marked by the lighthouses at Cabo Gros and Punta de Sa Creu. This harbour forms the only real bolthole on the northwest coast of Mallorca, although care should be taken when entering in a strong North or North-Easterly wind. The first two jetties belong to the naval base and are for their exclusive use, but a few boats can go stern-to at the town quay where it is possible to pick up water (in the mornings) and fuel. Otherwise, anchor in sand and mud in the bay itself. Provisions can be obtained in the port, but there is also a regular tram service to the town of Soller (3 km away) where there is an excellent market in the mornings, plus all other shops and services. The tram ends at the station where there is a regular train service to Palma. |
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| Puerto Pollenca | 39° 54 04
N 03°
05 02 W |
Real
Club Nautico
Moll Viejo s/n.
07470 - Puerto de Pollença Mallorca Fax 971-864636 |
The large bay of Pollensa is extremely picturesque, if not particularly deep in places. A detailed chart should always be consulted. The Club Nautico itself is chic and popular, and all facilities, including the pool, are open to visiting yachtsmen. There are approximately 75 berths along the outer wall which are rented out during the summer season; it is also possible to anchor nearby. The port is a flourishing tourist area with restaurants and bars galore, along with sailing schools, charter companies and every kind of nautical service. The ancient town of Pollensa itself is 3 km inland. |
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| Cala Ratjada | 39° 42 07
N 03°3 28 0
W |
Club
Nautico
Esplanada del Mar
07590 - Cala Ratjada Capdepera |
This harbour is the nearest jump-off point for Menorca, being only 21 miles away. Visitors can usually tie up along the outer quay, but if going stern-to, they should be careful of fouling their anchors - a trip line is a good idea here. Although there can be a surge in this harbour, particularly with E or SE winds, the marina and quays are always popular in the summer so you should have contingency plans in mind in case no space is available. The Club berths are only for craft up to about 12 metres, but space can be found along the public quay for larger yachts of up to 20 metres. Within the harbour itself there is an active fishing fleet. The town is only a short walk away and is a popular tourist spot, particularly with Germans, so all provisions can be found with ease. There is also a very long sandy beach nearby. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ca'n Picafort | 39° 46 02
N 03°3 09 9
W |
Puerto
Deportivo
Cervantes 5 07450 - Ca'n
Picafort Santa Margarita Mallorca |
The entrance to this port can be tricky, particularly in a NE or SE wind. There is a channel of red and green buoys leading into the marina, and there is little depth outside the red buoys. The harbour itself is small and often crowded. There are bars and basic provisioning nearby, plus an international telephone booth open during the summer months. |
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| Marina de Bonaire | 39° 52 N 03°08 W | Puerto
Deportivo
Port de Bonaire s/n.
07409 - Puerto de Alcúdia Mallorca Fax 971-548564 |
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| Puerto de Andraitx | 39° 32 05
N 02° 22 05
W |
Gabriel Roca 27, 07157 Andraitx, Mallorca Tel 971-672337 Fax
971-674271 |
This is one of the best natural harbours on the island and a favourite stop-over place before setting off for Ibiza. Puerto Andraitx offers a full range of nautical services, and has many excellent bars and restaurants. The Club de Vela has a limited number of berths for cruising yachtsmen, and many boats try to find a space on the town quay or the pontoon opposite. During settled weather it is possible to anchor in the outer harbour, but the holding is poor due to excess weed coverage. If a storm does blow up and you are unable to get your anchor to hold it is possible to seek shelter in the inner, fishermen's, harbour where the bottom is glutinous mud, but you will be told to move directly the bad weather is over. The town of Andraitx is 6km away from the port and has an open-air market every Wednesday. There is a regular bus service from the port to Palma and other nearby towns. |
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| Alcudia Mar | 39°
39 50
N 03° 08 05
W |
Puerto
Deportivo
Paseig Marìtim 1
07410 - Puerto de Alcúdia Mallorca Fax 971-548920 |
The large marina complex of Alcudiamar is well protected in all weather. The entrance is easy with a well marked channel of yellow buoys. Within this stylish harbour there is everything from chandleries to boat hire, brokerages, apartments, a supermarket, laundry, and innumerable bars and restaurants. The busy town of Alcudia is immediately to hand, as are its large sandy beaches. |
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| Puerto de Alcúdia | 39° 49 N 03° 08 W |
Alcúdia
Tel 54 50 76 |
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| Porto Petro | 39° 21 07
N 03°03 13 W |
Esplan.del Puerto s/n, Porto Petro, Mallorca. Tel 971-657657 Fax 971-659216 |
The marina at Porto Petro is small with room for yachts only up to 12m in length. However, it backs onto bars, restaurants and shops with telephones nearby. This quiet town is an attractive backdrop for the marina. A deposit of 2,000 pesetas is required when using electricity or water in this port. For larger craft it is possible to anchor in the bay. Due to a flash flood seven years ago there were a great many large tree branches strewn around the seabed, so that use of a trip-line on the anchor was recommended, but by now this is not usually a problem as only the occasional branch remains. Club Med, who have a holiday complex behind the beach here, are attempting to make the beach a private one and to ban visiting yachts from landing. However, to have private beaches is impossible in Spain and any attempts to persuade you otherwise should be met with a polite refusal to leave. |
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| Porto Cristo | 39° 32 02
N 03°3 20 4
W |
Club
Nautico
C/. Vela 29 07500 -
Porto Cristo Manacor Mallorca Fax
971-820650 |
The port which houses the famous Caves of Drach also contains a large boatyard and yacht club whose restaurant overlooks the marina. The Club has a swimming pool, showers and a bar as well as the restaurant. If you are unable to find a berth in the Club Nautico, the town quay opposite may have space for a yacht of up to 20 metres. It used to be possible to berth stern-to at the old quay, which extends outwards from the marina, however the bollards have recently been removed rendering this impossible. There is a certain amount of room to anchor near the beach, but this can be a very rolly option in all but the most settled weather. On many charts this harbour is referred to as Cala Manacor, and although many of the tourists are from other parts of Europe, there are a considerable number of local holidaymakers which leaves the town itself with a more authentic feel than many of the other tourist spots. |
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| Porto Colom | 39° 24 07
N 03°3 16 1
W |
Club
Nautico
Pescadors 23 07200
- Porto Colom Felanitx Fax 971-824650 |
This is the best natural harbour on the island, with a seabed of mainly mud or sand. It is a popular anchorage - although you may be charged a small amount for your stay. The two floating pontoons near the fishing quay now offer showers as well as water and electricity, but they can become untenable in strong SW winds. The Club Nautico itself, at the end of the bay, offers a tranquil setting, but is not very deep. In some areas it has 3 metres of water, but more generally 2 metres. There are now two or three places where small to medium sized craft can haul out here, and although the town has an insular feeling about it, there are several yacht service companies here, and painting and minor repairs can be effected. |
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| Cala Figuera | 39° 19 08
N 03°3 10 5 W |
Cala
Figuera
07650 -
Santany |
This is one of the most beautiful calas on the island. Unfortunately, it is also small - although in parts, quite deep. There is limited space for a few yachts to go stern-to at the public quay, and some yachts can also anchor in the bay. Many of these take a stern line to a tree or rock ashore because of the limited swinging area. There are a few restaurants and a small supermarket at the top of the steep hill, but little else apart from a few fishing boats. In a strong E or SE wind, this cala is to be avoided. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cala Nova | 39° 33 01
N 02° 36 01
W |
Escuela
National de Vela
Avda Joan Miro 327, San Agustin,
Mallorca
Fax 971-403911 |
This
small port houses the Escuela Nacional de Vela Cala Nova and, as such,
is a hive of activity for regattas and teaching sailing at all levels.
Care should be taken when leaving or entering the port to avoid dinghy
sailors as they may well be novices who are unsure of the rules of the
sea. The marina is situated in San Agustin, an area near Palma which has
many foreign residents, and is well equipped with shops and all other
amenities. The restaurant's menu of the day within the port is
reasonable and the setting can be quite charming. Close by there are
innumerable other restaurants of every conceivable denomination
including an excellent Indian. There are haul-out and hard standing
facilities, but the fuel pump is purely for the School's use so supplies
should be bought elsewhere. A new chandlery has been built here. |
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| Cala D'Or | 39° 22 01
N 03°3 14 0
W |
Cala D'or,
Mallorca
Tel 971-657070
Fax 971-657068 |
Marina Cala d’Or is a modern, expensive resort development The marina is actually situated in Cala Llonga, which is well protected from all winds except a strong Easterly. A channel of green and red buoys mark the entrance to this popular port. There are plenty of shops, boutiques, bars and restaurants near the harbour, which is in an active tourist area. The marina can become crowded in summer, so it is best to telephone or call on VHF Channel 9 in advance of arrival. When you do arrive, there is almost invariably a marinero available who will help you tie up. Good hardstanding and a full spectrum of nautical services make this a pleasant port in which to effect any repairs necessary. |
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| La Rapita | 39° 21 08
N 02°2 57 4
W |
Club Nautico
Exp. Del Puerto s/n, 07630 -
La Rapita Campos, Mallorca. Fax 971-640821 |
This yacht harbour offers good facilities in a charming setting. The Club Nautico is attractive and houses a good restaurant; while within the port, there are excellent nautical facilities which has made it a favourite spot for wintering yachts. Visitors are usually moored along the outer quay adjacent to the fuel pump, which is well protected in most winds. La Rapita is one of the ports on Mallorca to have been awarded the EU's prestigious Blue Flag for unpolluted water and general excellence. Nearby is the beautiful beach of Es Trenc which boasts white sands and crystal clear waters. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| S'Estanyol | 39°39 22
N 02°02 55 W |
Club Nautico
Via Mediterranea s/n, 07639
S'Estanyol Mallorca 971-640036 Fax 971-640862 |
Grandiose things were meant to occur in this diminutive yacht harbour during 1995, but the local residents protested vehemently. Consequently, S'Estanyol remains a small, often shallow, harbour mainly occupied by llauds and other small yachts. The Clubhouse is an attractive building with a pleasant bar. To one side of the club there is some hardstanding room and a small children's playground. On the other side of the club there are two tennis courts and a sailing school. Bars, restaurants and a small grocery can be found on the main street opposite the entrance to the club. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Portixol |
39°33 07
N
02°2 40 2 W |
Paseig Bartomeu Barceló i Mir, 2 Es
Portixol Palma Mallorca Tel/Fax 971-242424 |
This
harbour is shallow and used to be solely a small fishing port set in a
natural cala. It is usually possible for visiting yachts to moor in the
outer port, but this can be a rolly experience if there are waves coming
in from the SE, S or SW. Despite these drawbacks, visitors are rewarded
by a number of first class fish restaurants and some that specialise in
Catalan cuisine. Now that recent building work has been completed, the
setting is only marred by the presence of the motorway running nearby.
The harbour is close to Palma and only 10 minutes' drive from the
airport. |
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| S'Arenal |
39° 30 02 N 02°2 44 9 W | Club
Nautico
Calle Roses s/n, 07620 -
El
Arenal Mallorca Tel 971-440142 |
This
marina is fully equipped with excellent yard facilities, hard standing,
a pleasant clubhouse, with bars, lounges, restaurant and a sizeable
outdoor pool. It is in a very pleasant location, being surrounded by the
large sandy beaches of Arenal, plus a plethora of bars and restaurants
along the front. A line of small red buoys will lead you into the port
and the waiting quay for visitors is between the travellift slot and the
fuel pump. The town is backed by the mountain of Puig de Randa which
affords spectacular views of Palma, Cabrera and even the bay of Alcudia.
On this mountain there are three monasteries which can be visited. For
those prefering a more lively outing, there is an aqua park nearby which
provides a good family excursion. One word of warning; although Arenal's
high outer wall provides good protection once you are within the marina,
the entrance can be dangerous in a strong S, SW or W wind. |
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| Ca'n
Pastilla (Club Maritimo
De La Playa) |
39°39 32
N 02°2 43 1
W |
Aptdo. 390, San Antonio
Mallorca
Fax 971-345607 |
Despite the fact that the harbour is only 800 metres from the airport and noise pollution can be high, this marina has long been a favourite spot for yachtsmen due to its low berth rates and excellent, inexpensive shipyard. In the low season, when the the airport is quieter, it is a popular place to winter, being a safe haven, close to Palma. However, in summer and winter alike, telephoning to make an advance reservation is advisable (tel. (971) 263512). The harbour itself is easy to enter except in strong SE, W or SW winds. San Antonio de la Playa marks the beginning of the stretch of long, wide beaches that border this side of Palma Bay. It is a popular tourist spot, packed with bars, restaurants and small supermarkets. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ca'n Pastilla | 39°39 32 N 02°2 43 1 W | Club
Maritimo
Virgili 27 07610 -
Ca'n Pastilla Mallorca Fax 971-26 1638 |
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| Club De Mar |
39° 33 05
N 02° 38 05
W |
Avda. Gabriel Roca,
s/n Muelle de
Pelaires, s/n
07014 - Palma Mallorca Tel 971-403611 Fax 971-403618 |
The 23-year-old club is one of the two major yacht clubs in Palma itself. It has been given a great boost in the past year with the opening of the Porto Pi shopping centre, five minutes walk away, where it is possible to fully provision your yacht. Within the port itself there are many nautical service companies including a chandlery, brokerage companies, engine dealers and repair firms, a small supermarket and a newsagent. There is also an hotel with a pool and discotheque, plus a separate pool surrounded by an enclosed garden for children up to the age of 12. The popular bar within the club compound serves economical meals and drinks. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Puerto Adriano | 39° 29 N 02° 29 W | Urbanización El
Toro 07182 - Puerto Adriano El Toro Mallorca Tel 971-732565 Fax 971-732566 |
The outer mole of this small yacht harbour has now been extended, offering greater protection from external swell and southwesterly winds. The marina itself is new and the whole area is very clean and tasteful. Although the marina caters for smaller yachts - up to 18m - it offers excellent services and is a major base for Sunseeker. The terrace restaurant, at the entrance to the port, offers a good menu of the day which can be enjoyed beside the swimming pool. The club provides an excellent printed weather forecast in several languages on a daily basis, while the diving school here is renowned throughout the Balearics and houses full decompression facilities. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Santa Ponca | 39°
30 N
02° 28 W |
Club
Nautico
Gran Vìa Creu 46
07180 - Santa Ponça Calvià Mallorca Fax 971-694488 |
This sheltered marina extends down a long, thin cala, situated about 1.5 km from Santa Ponca itself. The nearby town is a busy tourist spot and offers full provisioning facilities, while within the cala itself, there is a yard offering expertise in most nautical problems, as well as a well-respected brokerage, restaurants and bars. One of the fuel pumps operates 24 hours for those who have Multicard. It was at Santa Ponsa that King Jaime I landed in 1229 to conquer Mallorca from the Moors, and a fiesta marking this event is held annually on September 9. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Serra Nova |
39° 44 N 03° 13 W |
Club
Nautico
C/. Mèxic s/n.
07450 - Serra Nova Santa Margarita |
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| Colonia de San Pedro | 39°
44 N
03° 17 W |
Club
Nautica
Paseig de Mar s/n;
07570 - Colonia de San Pedro; Artà. |
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| Puerto de Colonia San Jordi (Puerto Campos) | 39°39 12 N 03°03 00 W |
La Lonja s/n, Campos, Mallorca. Tel 971-656224 Fax
971-656224 |
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| Colonia de Sant Jordi | 39°
18 N
02° 59 W |
Colonia Sant
Jordi
07748 - Ses Salines |
The
marina itself is crowded and shallow, but it is possible to pick up fuel
from the outer quay which enjoys a depth of 2.5 to 3 metres. Outside the
marina, and also off the beach of Colonia San Jordi, there are anchoring
possibilities in sand, but arrival should always be made in daylight due
to the rocky islets and submerged rocks around this area. If the
anchorage begins to look untenable, run for the shelter of Cabrera. |
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| Cala Gamba | 39°
32 N
02° 41 W |
Club
Nautico
Paseig Cala Gamba s/n 07007 - Cala
Gamba Palma Mallorca |
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| Molinar de Levante | 39°
33 N
02° 40 W |
Club
Maritimo
C/. Vicari Joaquin Fuster 2 07006 - Es
Molinar Palma Mallorca |
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