Peniche 39:20.82N 9:22.4W

Lotus
Sun 27 Sep 2009 19:57
We arrived Peniche late afternoon.  This is predominently a fishing port and the pilot book warned of a loud siren that signalled the return of every fishing boat and subsequent fish auction.  This was sounded every time a boat arrived up until about midnight but fortunately we could sleep through it.  The pilot also warned of the wash from fishing boats which blatantley flout the 3 knot speed limit; the wash from a 100 tonne trawler travelling at 10 knots in the harbour nearly ripped our cleats off.  The small marina had limited pontoons so we rafted up 3 deep against our Scottish friends who we had met at several spots since leaving la Coruna. 
 
The town was pleasant with an old fort  right next to the sea.  Obviously a good place to eat as there were a massive amount of seafood restaurants. Our meat pizzas were delicious!
 
After making a new windvane and having the compulsory siesta (now the weather is a little warmer), we took in the towns highlights then sat in a bar. 
 
Next day we had an early start, for us.  It was a 9 o'clock get away.  We sailed south for Lisbon with variable wind strength so some sailing and some motoring.  Alas, the self steering gear is still not working properly.