Leixões Marina

Category: Civil Architecture > Marina

District: Porto > Matosinhos > Leça da Palmeira > Leixões

Location

Leixões Marina is strategically located in Leça da Palmeira, in the municipality of Matosinhos. Its position is unique, as it is situated on the North Jetty of the large Port of Leixões, one of the most important in the region. This location provides a dynamic environment, with the proximity of port activity and direct access to the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors to this site benefit from a privileged perspective on maritime activity, framed by the coastline.

A Nautical Meeting Point

Recognized as one of the largest in northern Portugal and the only marina in Matosinhos, Leixões Marina serves as an important welcoming point for recreational navigation. Its facilities are designed to accommodate leisure vessels, whether for those planning to explore the Portuguese coast and the Greater Porto region, or for those in transit by sea. The marina offers a considerable capacity of berths, reflecting its relevance for nautical tourism.

Legacy and Community Management

Founded on October 25, 1992, Leixões Marina has a recent but solid history, marked by its management by an association of nautical clubs. This structure is composed of renowned entities in the sailing and water sports scene, namely Clube Naval de Leça, Clube de Vela Atlântico, and Sport Club do Porto. This organization underscores the marina's strong connection to the local sports community and its accumulated experience in promoting nautical activity in the region.

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