Why this stop matters
BLUE500 view
Dunstaffnage is being developed in the prototype as an example of a BLUE500 location where the practical boating information is just as important as the destination story. It shows how a service hub can be presented clearly without turning BLUE500 into a pilot book.
At a glance
What a cruiser needs to know
Visitor berthingAround 250 fully serviced year-round berths are stated in current official material, with short- and long-term berthing options.
LayoverStrong candidate for leaving a boat afloat or ashore, but transient unattended-stay terms still need field confirmation.
FuelMarine diesel is available at the marina during working hours.
Water & powerWater and metered electricity are available.
Launch / lift40 t and 18 t Wise hoists are stated; current slipway access needs field confirmation.
Repairs / boatyardStrong engineering, repair, fabrication, rigging and refurbishment capability.
AshoreOn-site food, accommodation and chandlery/shop functions; Oban is close by.
Transport / accessAround three miles north of Oban on the A85, with road, parking and bus access.
Field verification still required
Unattended layover terms and security; current visitor procedure; slipway availability and trailer logistics; current showers/laundry/Wi-Fi access; whether the stop feels like a destination in its own right or primarily a service hub.
Primary source
Check current official information
BLUE500 organises the route, but operational and navigation-critical information must remain current.
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