Overview
The Real Club de Regatas de Cartagena was formally founded in 1905, although the first regattas in the harbour date back to 1858. Its first base was on the Alfonso XII quay; in 1907 the royal family accepted its honorary presidency and in 1912 its clubhouse on the jetty opened – declared a heritage building in 1988 and demolished in 2001-02 after a fire. Since 2000 it has a new clubhouse next to the Cartagena marina, with a restaurant open to the public, gym, terraces over the water and a pool. It runs sailing courses, the Regata Punta Este – Camino de la Cruz (10th edition in 2026) and the Gran Trofeo Estrella de Levante, plus sport fishing.
- Founded
- 1905
- Phone
- +34 968 501 507
On the water with VesselSOS
- Family see you from shoreA live link in any browser – they don’t need the app.
- One tap to the right rescue centreHere MRCC Cartagena – the app switches centre as you move, with your position and call script even without signal.
- Return-time checkIf you’re not back in time, your people know.
- Shared hazard mapRocks, nets and other hazards reported by other boaters.
Regattas and series
Run or hosted by the club, per the club website. Dates and notices are on the club site.
- Regata Punta Este – Camino de la Cruzcruiser regatta; 10th edition in 2026
- Gran Trofeo Estrella de Levantethe club's big regatta, gathering fleets from Alicante and Murcia
Live map, a start clock on every phone and results — when the club runs a race on VesselSOS Racing, it shows up here. Racing is a pilot with clubs for the 2027 season.
No race running right nowSee VesselSOS RacingSailing school and courses
History and achievements
- 1858First record of regattas in Cartagena harbour
- 1905Formal creation of the Club de Regatas
- 1907Royal visit and acceptance of the honorary presidency
- 1912The clubhouse on the Alfonso XII quay jetty opens
- 1988The original clubhouse is declared a heritage building
- 2000New clubhouse beside the marina
Location
- Position
- 37°35.75′ N 0°58.91′ W
37.59586, -0.98190
Frequently asked
Can I learn to sail here?
Yes. The club lists these courses: Sailing courses.
Who do I call in an emergency at sea here?
Sea rescue: MRCC Cartagena 112. Or call 900 202 202. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16.
When was Real Club de Regatas de Cartagena founded?
In 1905.
Which regattas does the club run?
According to the club website, among others: Regata Punta Este – Camino de la Cruz and Gran Trofeo Estrella de Levante.