Port El Marsa
marina · Algeria
Port El Marsa is a marina on the coast of Algeria.
The nearest town is El Marsa.
It lies in Golfe de Stora.
Also known as Plage d'el marsa.
Shelter by wind direction
Sheltered from every direction.
- sheltered
- partly
- exposed
Shelter is estimated from open water and swell, not from wind strength: a strong wind can still gust over the land.
Here, shelter depends on tonight's wind. Seadromy reads the forecast and tells you before you leave.
Seabed, depth and room
Satellite imagery shows light, sandy patches around the anchoring spot.
Approach
Approach through a channel or a harbour entrance: routes end about 1.5 NM off, then continue at reduced speed.
Marked on the nautical chart as: harbour.
Ashore and services
Beach within 300 m.
A village is a quarter of an hour away without a vehicle.
Within reach:
- El Marsa: 12 min on foot
Sheltered anchorages of Algeria by wind
More places – Algeria
- Plage El Ward cove
- Plage de Sidi Djelloul cove
- Port d'Azeffoun marina
- Port d'El Aouana port
Questions
Is Port El Marsa sheltered from the tramontana?
Yes. Shelter is rated good in north wind.
Is Port El Marsa sheltered from the sirocco?
Yes. Shelter is rated good in south-east wind.
What is the seabed at Port El Marsa?
Satellite imagery shows light, sandy patches around the anchoring spot.
Can you spend the night at Port El Marsa?
Yes, it is a port: check berth availability and book ahead in summer.