Risør to Arendal: Tyholmen's Merchants

LEG 1.6: RISØR → ARENDAL

Distance: 20 NM

Duration: 4 hours @ 5 kts

Route Character: Sheltered archipelago route

Route Description

Continue southwest through inner leads. Well-marked channels and good shelter throughout.

Navigation Waypoints

1. Departure: Risør (58°43.2'N, 9°13.8'E)

2. Barmen passage: (58°40.8'N, 9°06.0'E)

3. Tromøy bridge: (58°28.2'N, 8°53.4'E) - Pass under bridge (clearance 18m)

4. Arendal approach: (58°27.6'N, 8°46.2'E)

5. Arrival: Arendal Pollen (58°27.6'N, 8°46.2'E)

Hazards & Considerations

• Tromøy bridge: Fixed clearance 18m; mast may need lowering if over 17m (measure carefully)

• Bridge alternative: Can bypass via outer route adding 5 NM if mast height problematic

• Depths: Minimum 3m in marked channels; some passages narrow to 40m width

• Traffic: Moderate; ferries between islands and mainland - maintain VHF watch

• Unmarked rocks: Less prevalent here; channels well-maintained

• Fishing nets: Present but less dense than further north

Current & Tide

• Tidal range: 0.3-0.5 m

• Current: 0-0.5 kts in most areas; up to 1 kt under Tromøy bridge

• Direction: Flood sets NE, ebb SW

• Bridge timing: Pass at slack water if possible for easier control

• Navigation impact: Minimal except at bridge constriction

Wind & Weather

• Prevailing wind (May-June): SW 10-15 kts

• Sheltered route: Well protected throughout; wind shadows from islands

• Sea state: Calm; 0.2-0.5m maximum

• Fog risk: 20% May-June; good channel marks make navigation feasible in reduced visibility

• Best conditions: Any non-gale conditions suitable

• Bridge crossing: Avoid in force 5+ winds due to turbulence and control issues under bridge

Destination: Arendal (Pollen)

• Coordinates: 58°27.6'N, 8°46.2'E

• Depth: 3-6 m in harbor basin; 8-12m in outer approaches

• Fuel: Available at east pier fuel dock (open 08:00-20:00 May-September)

• Provisions: Excellent; Rema 1000 supermarket 200m, Kiwi 400m, fresh fish market at harbor

• Repair Facilities:

  Arendal Mekaniske Verksted AS [QR-001]

  Address: Langbrygga 10, 4841 Arendal

  Phone: +47 37 02 48 00

  Services: Full mechanical repairs, diesel engine specialists, Volvo/Yanmar certified

  Hours: Mon-Fri 07:00-15:30

  Notes: Main engine repair facility for the region; advance booking recommended

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  Roligheden Marina & Boatyard [QR-002]

  Address: Kolbjørnsvik, 4836 Arendal

  Phone: +47 37 09 15 50

  Services: Hull repairs, osmosis treatment, rigging, electronics, winter storage

  Hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00, Sat 09:00-14:00 (summer)

  Notes: Travel lift 30 tons; can handle boats up to 12m

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  Arendal Seilmakerverksted [QR-003]

  Address: Nedre Tyholmsvei 8, 4836 Arendal

  Phone: +47 37 02 14 88

  Services: Sail repairs and new sails, canvas work, bimini/spray hood

  Hours: Mon-Fri 09:00-16:00

  Notes: Traditional sailmaker; excellent reputation; emergency repairs possible

• Chandlery: Maritim Utstyr, Langbrygga 15, full range of parts and supplies

• Anchorage: Pollen basin sheltered in all conditions; can anchor in outer harbor if basin full (4-8m, mud, good holding)

• Dining:

  Casual/Takeaway: Arendal Fiskebrygge - harbor fish & chips, fresh seafood, NOK 110-180

  Phone: +47 37 02 31 00

  Restaurant: Madam Reiersen - Norwegian cuisine, historic building, waterfront, NOK 340-520

  Phone: +47 37 02 19 00

• Notes: Important regional center; good facilities for major repairs or maintenance; consider 2-night stay if boat work needed

• Medical: Arendal Hospital 3 km from harbor; pharmacy in town center

• VHF: Channel 16 (call "Arendal Havn" for berth assignment), working channel 12

• Language: Norwegian / English (good English at all marine facilities)

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Leg 1.6: Risør to Arendal

Distance: 20 NM

Time: 3-4 hours

Navigation: Easy coastal

Character: Approaching larger town

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ARENDAL, NORWAY [QR-026]

Coordinates: 58°28'N, 8°46'E

Marina: Arendal Gjestehavn (Pollen)

Berth Cost: €50-70/night

Character: Larger town, good services, historic old town (Tyholmen)

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Tyholmen [QR-027] - Old town on peninsula, white wooden houses (Norway loves white wooden houses), 17th-18th century, very photogenic.

Provisioning: Large supermarkets, marine chandlery, good place to stock up before continuing.

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Dining:

🍴 Nidelven Gastropub [QR-028]

• Modern Norwegian, craft beer
• €35-60

🍴 Madam Reiersen [QR-029] - Tyholmen

• Upscale, historic building
• €50-80

Stay 1 night

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