Med mooring, short for Mediterranean mooring, is a method of berthing a yacht commonly used in the Mediterranean region. It often occurs with the use of lazy lines but can involve dropping an anchor from the bow (front) of the vessel. The boat is backed into a spot against the marina or a town quay.
Never done it before? No worries we're here to help!
So, imagine you're cruising the dazzling blue waters of the Mediterranean.
Instead of doing the usual drop-and-anchor dance, we're going to pull off a little maritime magic trick called Med Mooring.
Here's the scoop in plain sailor-speak:
Back It Up:
The boat reverses into the desired mooring spot, approaching the shore or dock stern (back) first. Stern lines are thrown ashore and secured.
Lasso Time:
Once in position, lazy lines (ropes attached to fixed points on the quay, such as bollards or cleats) are collected by you at the stern (with the help of someone on the quay). You walk the lazy line to the front before attaching it to the bow of the yacht. These essentially secure the yacht to a pre-dropped anchor.
Fine-Tune Your Position:
The boat is then adjusted, using these lines, to make sure it's securely in place and won't drift.
This method is often used in crowded marinas or in places with limited space, as it allows for more efficient use of available mooring spots. It's called "Med mooring" because it's a common practice in the Mediterranean, where many ports and harbors are designed to accommodate boats using this technique.
So, the next time you find yourself in the Med, give Med Mooring a shot. It's not just parking; it's like docking with a touch of finesse!
Still unsure? Watch our handy video below showing how it's done or why not join one of our guided sailing tours where we'll be happy to teach you in person.
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