Porto Cristo
39° 32 02
N - 03°3 20 4
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Porto Cristo 39° 32 02
N - 03°3 20 4
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At Porto Cristo one can anchor opposite the local beach, although there is not much room for manoeuvre. But it is a good alternative if the municipal mooring (economical) is full or the marina is too expensive. The coves which continue to the north to Cala Ratjada are quite pretty with regard to scenery, but not all have the same charm as Calas de Mallorca. You have to keep trying out different ones. From the Cape of Pinar del Reig villas predominate once more, some of these houses are literally stuck to the cliffs and offer a pretty view with a certain touch of challenge. On the route to Cala Ratjada one finds some coves suitable for anchoring, such as Cala Moll or Cala Pedruscada, although they are nothing special. Next comes the harbour of Cala Ratjada, and as a cove for anchoring, to the east of the harbour, an anchorage fairly well protected against the north and west winds, although the bottom is covered in seaweed.
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Porto Cristo Manacor |
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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