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Almeria from the sea
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The mild temperatures, the bright natural light of the Al-merian sky, the port nestled in the heart of the city; all make this an incredible and relaxed place to walk around and explore.
Almería is a historical Mediterranean enclave, a world of contrasts where virgin beaches coexist with deserts and snowy mountain peaks, castles and old mosques, chur-ches and ancient winding streets. The Alcazaba fortress is an important landmark from the 10th Century, which today is the largest standing fortress built by the Arabs in Spain.
Technical Information
PORT INFORMATION
Location Long 2º28´W, Lat. 36º50´N
Minimum depth restrictions
9 m and 370m
Tides max range 0,63m
Levante Berth 220 m long and 8 m depth
Ribera 2 Berth 450 m long and 9,5 m depth
The city of Almeria is located in the south-East of Spain. Its natural Bay and its strategic situation in the entrance of the Mediterranean Sea, makes it the better option for repositioning cruises and other itineraries coming or leaving the Med.
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Port of Almeria
For almost twenty years the port of Almeria has been a port of call for many cruise companies. It
has about 50 cruise ships docking each year that have an average of 50,000 passengers.
INTERCRUISES EN ALMERIAContact: Hazel JimenezT. [email protected]
BALEARES CONSIGNATRIOS TOURSContact: José SennacheribboT. [email protected]
CALYPSO TOURContact: José María CallejónT. 618 422 [email protected]
IBEROSERVICEContact: Jesús FloridoT. [email protected]
Almeria, an Excellent Port of Call
Tour Operators
CRUISE SHIPPING COMPANIES IN ALMERIA
1. Holland America Line 8. Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
2. SAGA 9. P&O
3. Fred Olsen 10. Majestic Marine
3. Thomson 11. Classic International
5. International Shipping 12. Voyages of Discovery
6. Windstar Cruises 13. Seetours
7. Page & Moy 14. Paul Gaugin Cruise
USEFUL INFORMATION
Almeria is a medium size city with 200.000 inhab.Granada Alhambra: less than 2 hoursAlmeria International Airport: 15 minGolf courses within 20 minShopping Hours: 10-14 and 17-20:30Shopping Centres: From 10 to 22hCity Centre: 5min walk from the port322 sunny days/year, average temp. 22ºCCurrency: EuroEasy bus access to the quays
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Walk down from the fortress to the charming Plaza Vieja, where you can have a rest in the Hamman, the site of the original Arab baths whilst enjoying a relaxing massage on heated marble slabs. You can also visit the Aljibes (Mus-lim cisterns), built by Jairan in the 11th Century to supply water to the population. A short stroll takes you to the Cathedral, built as a fortress to avoid Barbarian raids from North Africa, which continued until 1700. This fortified Gothic Cathedral boasts an impressive rich interior. Then you can have free time to browse around the shops, tapa bars and cafes in the bustling city centre.
Almeria Walking TourAlmeria developed from the need to provide a better defence system, to protect the 10th century, new Arabic settlements. It was Abd-al-Rahman III who founded the Citadel, and built the Alcazaba fortress that commands a superb view over the town and the port.
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Cathedral
Alcazaba of Almeria
Flamenco Tour
Mojácar
Almería province located on the Mediterranean coast has a unique charm. It offers more than 100 km of unspoilt coast, boasting a diverse landscape of incom-parable beauty. It is also worth experiencing its local Folklore and Flamenco.
Flamenco is without doubt, one of the main images that foreigners have of Spain. It is about a musical “Folkloric” performance that originates from the Anda-
lusia of old, portraying oriental aspects and gypsy cul-ture. Flamenco has art, charm, colours, beauty, streng-th, passion, enjoyment, purity and soul.
Today, Flamenco in Almería is found at the peñas (fan associations), such as “El Taranto” or “El Morato.” Enjoy an entertainment that will leave you spellbound!.
The old village of Mojácar is nestled 175 metres above sea level in the foothills of the Sierra Cabrera. Its whi-tewashed houses look like artistically arranged sugar cubes on a hillside, overlooking a breathtaking view of the valley and the Mediterranean sea. Walk through the labyrinth of narrow and charming streets, enjoy a day shopping or try the local cuisine, whilst gazing out to sea.
With its 17 km of coastline, Mojácar is an ideal place to make the most of its beaches or to practice water sports. Other opportunities to enjoy are: hiking, moun-tain biking, horse riding, golf, surf, sailing, swimming, etc.
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On this visit you will get to know El Toyo and the Na-tural Park of Cabo de Gata-Nijar, which is a Biosphere Reserve. You can have an enjoyable stroll along the promenade at El Toyo, then continue to Torregarcía, a small chapel built on the site where the image of the Virgin del Mar appeared in 1502. On the way there, stop at Las Amoladeras, the visitor centre, for your in-troduction to the Natural Park.
Arriving at Cabo de Gata, enjoy the main features: the salt flats, the bird watching observatory, the church of Las Salinas, and La Fabriquilla with its typical bars. View the breathtaking scenery from the top of the hill. Then head off to Nijar village with a worldwide repu-tation for its handicrafts.
In the Desert of Tabernas, the former film sets of the famous spaghetti westerns have now turned into two theme parks.
These sets were the haunts of popular Hollywood film stars from the 60´s and 70’s. Famous actors such as Clint Eastwood, Charles Bronson, Anthony Quinn and Sean Connery all worked there. The Tabernas Desert is unique in Europe. Beautiful and enigmatic landscapes which recreated scenes from legendary films in the history of cinema, such as: “Lawrence of Arabia”, “The good, the bad and the ugly”, “A fistful of dollars” and “Indiana Jones and the last crusade”.
Enjoy the daily cowboy stunt show performed by a group of specialists in authentic western style and the cancan dancers in the saloon bar. One of the theme parks also has a zoological reserve with more than 800 animals and 200 different species.
Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park
Western Theme Parks Tabernas6
Cinematographic sets
The Arab Nazarí Kingdom reached its highest levels of beauty and culture in Granada, before it suffered from civil wars and the city finally surrendered to the Catholic Monarchs. In this same year the Spanish expedition, led by Christopher Columbus, first set foot on American soil.
Luckily, the sultans left the greatest testimony of their
splendour in Granada: The Alhambra, one of the most admired monuments in the world.
Granada is the key to understanding the rise and fall of a civilisation that once stretched from Morocco to Syria. Bill Clinton once said that “From the Alhambra, you can see one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world”.
The Alpujarra is a high mountain region with typi-cal small whitewashed villages in the Sierra Nevada. Tourist interest has now increased due to its amazing landscapes, traditions and wines. Most Alpujarra wines are produced in relatively small cellars.
Local vineyards in the Alpujarras are located at the hi-ghest altitude in Europe, so the maturation period is
longer. The good quality wines of the Alpujarras are produced thanks to the combination of climate and soil, which is both porous and rich in slate.
It’s worthwhile getting to know the ancient country lifestyle and to share a glass of a wine with these ge-nuine people.
Alhambra
Wines and wineries (Alpujarra)7
Alhambra of Granada
“Tapa tour”In a friendly atmosphere a chance to try the best of the local gastronomy. The famous tapas are served in small portions and each provided with a drink.
Go shoppingIn the city centre, the lively and sociable atmosphe-re of the “Paseo de Almeria” is an amazing shopping area. In addition “el Corte Inglés” (department store), situated in El Ejido, is a good place in which to shop.
GolfWith several golf courses, some of them within 15 minutes drive from the port, the weather in Almería allows you to play all year round.
Other things to do In this natural environment and with the good clima-te, plenty of outdoor activities can be enjoyed: hiking, cycling routes, horse riding, four wheel driving, kar-ting, water parks, paintball, greenhouse visits, speleo-logy, camel rides, etc.
Other activities
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Migas, a tradicional dish of Almeria
City centre
Golf Course, El Toyo
Camel Trips
Water sports
Diving at Cabo de Gata Hidden away in the most arid area of Europe, you can find one of the most amazing volcanic landscapes of this unspoilt coast. The greatest wealth of this Natural Park is found under the sea. This seabed green strip of Posidonia along the Cape is full of life. The coastline is dotted with small coves and volcanic caves. Enjoy the clear waters and the diving at Cabo de Gata!!
Kayak and snorkel Warm-up exercises and explanation of kayak paddling technique. You will paddle through the rich virgin area of Cabo de Gata and enjoy the landscape of crystal waters and great beauty. Discover the caves, old pi-rates and smugglers shelters, volcanic cliffs of 100 m tall, etc.
Stand up Paddle Surf (SUP) If anything defines SUP it is their ability to surf even the smallest waves. That is the reason that SUP is be-coming popular all over the Mediterranean coast. It is a fun sport from the beginning to end and easy to learn.
Kite surfing Learn a sport with endless possibilities on the best beaches of the Almerian coastline. Kite surfing cours-es are usually taught in small groups. It is the best way to learn kite surfing with friends or family, a way to enjoy outdoor sports and share experiences with other people. Gain basic knowledge about the differ-ent types of winds, spots, first kite handling, checking the wind strength and the possibilities it offers. Once you’ve done it for the first time, you’ll want to come back for more.
Boat Tours The boat tours in Almería are something that nobody should miss, especially if the excursions take place along the coast of the Nature Reserve of Cabo de Gata. This can be an amazing and exhilarating experience. Enjoy this pleasant activity with your friends, family or partner; sailing alongside creeks, cliffs, beaches and other sites; enjoying this wonderful natural coastline and Park of Cabo de Gata. Boat trips visit San José, Las Negras, Los Escullos, Cabo de Gata, and Isleta del Moro, all depending on the weather conditions.
Live a unique experience to enjoy the nature, the sea, stunning beaches and cliffs of the Cabo de Gata Natural Park. Fun, excitement and unusual landscapes are guaranteed.
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CLUB DE MAR ALMERIAPlaya de las Almadrabillas 1, 04004 AlmeríaT: +34 950 230 780 F: +34 [email protected]
General InformationWidth of entrance: 50 m.Sounding line in mouth: 10 m.Sounding line in inner harbour: 2-7 m.Number of berths: 276Renting berth: 20%Length of posts: 6-15 m.Port Radio: VHF CH9-16
Infrastructures and services
CLUB NAUTICO ROQUETAS DE MARCalle del Puerto s/n, 04740 Roquetas de Mar, Almería.T: +34 950 320 789 F: +34 950 320 144puertodeportivo@realclubnauticoroquetas.esrealclubnauticoroquetas.es
General InformationWidth of entrance: 90 m.Sounding line in mouth: 4-6 m.Sounding line in inner harbour: 1.5-4.5 m.Number of berths: 183Renting berth: 25%Length of posts: 5-15 m.Port Radio: VHF CH9-16Quality Brand:
Infrastructures and services
PUERTO DEPORTIVO AGUADULCETorre de Control, 04720 Aguadulce (Roquetas de Mar), AlmeríaT: +34 950 341 502 F: +34 950 343 115contacto@puertodeportivoaguadulce.eswww.puertodeportivoaguadulce.es
General InformationWidth of entrance: 60 m.Sounding line in mouth: 6.5 m.Sounding line in inner harbour: 2.5-7.5 m.Number of berths: 764Renting berth: 25%Length of posts: 6-25 m.Port Radio: VHF CH9-16Quality Brand:
Infrastructures and services
PUERTO DEPORTIVO ALMERIMARUrbanización Almerimar - Torre de control, 04711 El Ejido,AlmeríaT: +34 950 607 755 F: +34 950 497 [email protected]
General InformationWidth of entrance: 140 m.Sounding line in mouth: 2-5 m.Sounding line in inner harbour: 2.75 - 6 m.Number of berths: 1,100Renting berth: 20%Length of posts: 6-60 m.Port Radio: VHF CH9-16Quality Brand:
Infrastructures and services
PUERTO DEPORTIVO DE GARRUCHAExplanada del Puerto s/n, 04630 Garrucha, AlmeríaT: +34 950 132 410 F: +34 950 132 [email protected]
General InformationWidth of entrance: 170 m.Sounding line in mouth: 14 m.Number of berths: 227
Leisures harbours of the province of Almeria
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Renting berth: 25% Length of posts: 5-12 m.Port Radio: VHF CH9-16
Infrastructures and services
PUERTO DEPORTIVO DE VILLARICOS LA BALSALa Balsa s/n, Villaricos, 04610 Cuevas del Almanzora, AlmeríaT: +34 950 808 092 F: +34 950 809 001E-mail: : [email protected] - Web: www.eppa.es
General InformationSounding line in mouth: 2.5 m.Number of berths: 50Length of posts: 6-10 m.Port Radio: VHF CH9-16
Infrastructures and services
PUERTO DEPORTIVO DE VILLARICOS LA ESPERANZACalle Esperanza s/n, Villaricos, 04610 Cuevas del Almanzora,AlmeríaT: +34 950 808 092 F: +34 950 809 [email protected]
General InformationWidth of entrance: 18 m.Sounding line in mouth: 2.5 m.Sounding line in inner harbour: 2.5 m.Number of berths: 89Renting berth: 100%Length of posts: 5-12 m.Port Radio: VHF CH9-16
Infrastructures and services
PUERTO DEPORTIVO DE SAN JOSÉCalle del Puerto s/n, 04118 San José (Níjar), AlmeríaT: +34 950 808 092 F: +34 950 809 [email protected]
General InformationWidth of entrance: 35 m.Sounding line in mouth: 6.5 m.Number of berths: 244Renting berth: 25%Length of posts: 5-12 m.Port Radio: VHF CH9-16Quality Brand:
Infrastructures and services
REAL CLUB NAUTICO DE ADRACalle del Puerto 5, 04770 Adra, AlmeríaT: +34 950 403 487 F: +34 950 400 [email protected]
General InformationWidth of entrance: 65 m.Sounding line in mouth: 7 m.Sounding line in inner harbour: 2-5 m.Number of berths: 120Renting berth: 40%Length of posts: 5-12 m.Port Radio: VHF CH9-16Quality Brand:
Infrastructures and services
OTHER INFORMATION:Almeria Port Authority:www.apalmeria.com
Almeria Tourism Board:www.almeria-turismo.org
Almeria Town Hall-Tourism:www.turismodealmeria.org
Suncruise Andalucia Association:www.suncruiseandalucia.com
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Congress and Exhibition City. Exclusivity in the Mediterranean
Charms of Cooking. 190,000 “thankful palates”
Health, Leisure and Sport. An oasis of wellness
Year round Sun and Beaches. Spectacle of light and water
Golf Courses. Walking on the green
Land of Film. Unique scenes
Culture and Traditions. A walk through history
Dream Escapes. Urban people and families
Accommodation. Much more than just hotels
www.turismodealmeria.org
Oficina Municipal de TurismoTel. 950 210 538
Email: [email protected]
