Puerto de las Nieves, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain

Puerto de las Nieves with its marina is also known as Puerto Agate which is the village about 2.5km inland. Once a small fishing harbour the port has been extended to increase the height of the breakwater and provide a large Ro-Ro ramp for the Fred Olsen high speed Gran Canaria to Tenerife ferries. The village has retained its character despite the increase in tourists that use the ferry service, and the white washed buildings that line the narrow winding streets give you a glimpse of how Canary life used to be. The marina is small and mainly for local craft though space for a visiting yacht can usually be found by rafting up.

There are numerous Bars and restaurants that specialise in locally caught fish, and fresh fish can be obtained directly from the fishing boats in the harbour or from local shops. Particularly recommended is the "Caldo de Pescado" (fish soup) which is served in all the restaurants. Other shops and small supermarkets are in the village and more are in Agate.

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