The port is dominated by the tower of the Sant Joan Castle, on top of a 165 meters high hill that serves as a reference for navigators who are approaching. The access is quite difficult in case of strong winds from South and South-East.
Managed by the Blanes Sailing Club (Club de Vela Blanes), founded in 1943, the marina of Blanes has a capacity of 309 moorings for boats up to 24 meters in length and has the necessary services for nautical practice.