Besides
the natural harbours there are very few man-made marinas along the
Portuguese coastline. At the present time there exists a marina
in Lisbon and a completed one at Cascais. Other than
these the remainder are along the Algarve coast. The biggest marina
is at Vilamoura whilst a smaller one is to be found at
Lagos and another at Vila Real de Santo António. Recently
completed and open is a marina at Portimão and another in
Albufeira.
It
is possible to charter yachts and boats from both Vilamoura,
Portimão and Lagos Marinas.
On
most beaches, especially in the south, visitors can hire smaller
sailing boats from Beach Sport Centres. It is important to note
that the Portuguese authorities have regulations and rules relating
to security and awareness of these is advisable.
