Porto de Recreio do Guadiana, vila real de santo António

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Porto de Recreio do Guadiana 37° 11′ 42″ N, 7° 24′ 49″ W

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Guadiana river forms part of the border between Spain & Portugal.

The river has strong currents

Pass between the buoys and then head for the W breakwater.

Keep to the W side until you’ll see the town Vila Real de Santo Antonio.

Fishing nets may be laid several miles offshore.

Do not attempt to enter other than at half flood or above and, take care especially if there is any swell.

Narrow entrance & Manoeuvring is hard 

Max depth 3m

Call in advance 

Water & electricity on the quay 

Around the marina lots of restaurants & shops

From church Cacela Velha you’ll see this amazing landscape

Don’t miss the Cemetery of Anchors on a lovely beach