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Beaches and ponds #12 in Gijón

Puerto Deportivo de Gijón

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Maritime, relaxed, and quintessentially Asturian
Puerto Deportivo de Gijón, Antigua Rula, C. de Claudio Alvargonzález, s/n, 33201 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
Interesting facts
1

The marina is built within the space of the former historic fishing port, preserving the layout of the old harbor basin.

2

The Antigua Rula building, located at the marina's entrance, formerly served as the city's fish auction house before being repurposed.

3

It holds the 'Blue Flag' designation, an international award for beach and marina environmental quality.

4

The marina is situated at the base of the Cerro de Santa Catalina, a headland housing the city's main historic fortifications.

5

The facility acts as a key stopover for sailors navigating the 'Ruta de la Costa' between France and Galicia.

Overview

Puerto Deportivo de Gijón is a marina located in the heart of Gijón, Asturias, integrated into the city's historic fishing port. It features 780 berths capable of accommodating vessels up to 20 meters in length and drafts up to 4 meters. The facility is situated at the foot of the Cimavilla district, the oldest part of the city. It serves as a central hub for maritime tourism and recreational sailing on the Cantabrian coast. The marina's infrastructure includes modern docking services, dry storage, and direct access to the city’s major pedestrian zones. Its location within the historic Antigua Rula area links the harbor to the Gijón seafront promenade.

Photo spot

From the pedestrian walkway near the Antigua Rula building, looking toward the docked yachts with the Cimavilla skyline in the background.

Insider tips

Walk the short path up to the Elogio del Horizonte sculpture at the top of the hill after visiting the docks.

Visit the surrounding Cimavilla neighborhood for authentic local cider bars and traditional seafood.

Check the tide charts before walking the outer breakwater to ensure safe access.

What to avoid

Attempting to drive directly into the marina docks, as parking is limited and strictly restricted to permit holders.

Etiquette

Casual, but avoid walking through private docking areas or boarding vessels without authorization.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
1-2 hours
Best time to visit
Late afternoon during the summer months to experience the sunset reflecting off the harbor waters.
Address
Puerto Deportivo de Gijón, Antigua Rula, C. de Claudio Alvargonzález, s/n, 33201 Gijón, Asturias, Spain
43.547, -5.666
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Details
Berth capacity780 moorings
Maximum draft4 meters

Frequently asked

Plan for about 1-2 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Late afternoon during the summer months to experience the sunset reflecting off the harbor waters..

From the pedestrian walkway near the Antigua Rula building, looking toward the docked yachts with the Cimavilla skyline in the background.

Close by you'll find Elogio del horizonte, La Escalerona, Parque de Begoña.