Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VEU479S - Portugal - microSD™/SD™

Explore Portugal's Atlantic Coast with Precision

Navigating the stunning yet challenging waters along Portugal's Atlantic coastline demands charts that deliver unmatched detail and reliability. This chart package focuses on the stretch from Vigo in Spain's Atlantic region down to Cabo de Sao Vicente and across to Ayamonte, encompassing key harbors and ports like Viana do Castelo, Porto, Aveiro, Figueira da Foz, Nazaré, Peniche, Lisbon, Sesimbra, Sines, Ponta de Sagres, Lagos, Portimão, Vilamoura, and Faro. Whether you're plotting a course for a leisurely cruise from Lisbon's marinas or targeting prime fishing spots near Lagos, these charts blend Garmin's proven expertise with Navionics data for a seamless on-water experience.

Boaters in this region face everything from rugged cliffs and shifting sands to bustling commercial traffic around Porto and Faro. The integrated high-definition mapping helps you sidestep hazards while maximizing your time enjoying the scenery—from dramatic surf breaks at Nazaré to serene anchorages in the Algarve.

Key Features That Elevate Your Boating Adventures

Auto Guidance for Effortless Route Planning

Pick your destination, set your preferred depth and clearance parameters, and let the system generate a suggested path highlighting potential obstacles. It's a game-changer for unfamiliar approaches, like threading through the rocky inlets near Peniche or navigating the busy Sado River estuary at Setúbal. Always pair it with active vigilance for the safest passage.

Advanced Shading for Smarter Depth Awareness

With Depth Range Shading supporting up to 10 customizable ranges, you can instantly spot your ideal fishing or cruising depths. Add Shallow Water Shading at your chosen level to flag risky shallows—crucial in areas like the Ria Formosa near Faro, where tides expose vast sandbars. Fine 1-foot contours reveal the seabed's nuances, turning average fishing trips into productive outings by pinpointing drop-offs and structures.

Immersive 3D Perspectives

Dive into FishEye View for an underwater lens on the bottom profile, perfect for correlating with live sonar readings during bottom trawling off Aveiro. Switch to MarinerEye View for a split above-and-below-water 3D panorama, aiding precise docking in marinas like Vilamoura. Shaded relief adds realistic terrain texture, making complex coastlines like Sagres Point feel intuitive.

Real-World Overlays for Confidence in Unknown Waters

High-resolution satellite imagery layers directly over charts, offering a bird's-eye reality check as you approach harbors. Crystal-clear aerial photos zoom in on facilities at ports like Portimão, revealing dock layouts, channel markers, and even swimmer zones before you arrive. This visual fusion bridges the gap between paper planning and real-time navigation.

Why Boaters Trust These Charts in Portuguese Waters

Portugal's coast combines Mediterranean calm with Atlantic vigor, where sudden swells off Cabo de Sao Vicente or fog banks near Viana do Castelo test even seasoned skippers. These charts shine by fusing extensive coverage with actionable insights, reducing guesswork and boosting safety. Anglers appreciate the contour precision for species like sea bass around Figueira da Foz, while cruisers value the port details for overnight stops. Loaded on a microSD/SD card, they're ready for your compatible chartplotter, delivering updates that keep pace with evolving nautical conditions.

Real-world tip: In high-traffic zones like Lisbon's Tagus River, toggle satellite overlays to spot uncharted moorings or construction. For fishing charters out of Sesimbra, FishEye synced with sonar uncovers hidden wrecks teeming with life.

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