Navicarte E28 Nautical Chart – Lastres – Gijón – Luanco

The Navicarte E28 – Lastres, Gijón, Luanco nautical chart is a folded paper chart covering part of the Atlantic coast of Asturias, in northern Spain. With a scale of 1:50,000, it is designed for planning and supporting coastal navigation between the Lastres, Gijón and Luanco areas.

This Navicarte chart is primarily intended for recreational sailors navigating along the northern Spanish coast, whether sailing or under power. It can also be incorporated into the planning of a longer cruise along the Cantabrian coast, together with charts covering neighbouring areas.

A nautical chart for navigation in Asturias

The area covered by Navicarte E28 is located on the Spanish Cantabrian coast. It includes the areas identified in the chart title, around Lastres, Gijón and Luanco.

The 1:50,000 scale provides a balance between an overall view of the area and a level of detail suitable for coastal navigation. It allows the navigator to plan a route, measure distances and compare different navigation options along the coastline.

For a cruise in Asturias, E28 can be used to prepare a coastal passage and to complete the chart coverage required for a longer route towards the east or west.

A paper chart for route planning

A paper nautical chart makes it possible to maintain an overall view of the area before focusing on a specific section.

On a chart table, Navicarte E28 allows the navigator to plot a route, assess distances, compare different courses and study the general configuration of the coastline.

This representation complements the information provided by GPS or a chartplotter. Electronic equipment allows the vessel's position to be monitored accurately, while the paper chart provides a broader view of the maritime environment.

It also provides an independent reference that remains available without electrical power.

Reading a 1:50,000 nautical chart

At a scale of 1:50,000, Navicarte E28 allows the navigator to study the main cartographic elements required for coastal navigation.

These include soundings, seabed information, buoyage, lights, hazards, coastal landmarks and information relating to harbour areas.

Reading the chart also helps anticipate course changes and understand the succession of coastal areas before planning a more precise passage.

This approach is particularly useful when planning a cruise in Asturias, where the navigator needs to maintain a consistent overall view of the route while studying the specific areas to be followed.

Use with GPS or a chartplotter

Navicarte E28 is a folded paper chart and is therefore not intended to be installed directly in a GPS or chartplotter.

It can nevertheless be used alongside electronic navigation. The position provided by the GPS can be compared with the paper chart in order to maintain an overall representation of the area.

This combination allows the navigator to check the planned route and provides an independent reference in the event of an electronic equipment failure.

Technical specifications

• Publisher: Navicarte

• Chart number: E28

• Area: Lastres – Gijón – Luanco

• Country: Spain

• Maritime area: Atlantic Ocean

• Type: nautical navigation chart

• Use: recreational boating

• Navigation: coastal waters

• Support: paper

• Format: folded chart

• Unfolded size: A0, 118.9 × 84.1 cm

• Scale: 1:50,000

• Languages indicated: French and Spanish

What type of navigation is the Navicarte E28 suitable for?

Navicarte E28 is suitable for planning coastal navigation in the Lastres – Gijón – Luanco area.

It can accompany a sailing or motorboat cruise and serve as a chart for planning a route along the Asturian coast.

It is also suitable for sailors progressively cruising along northern Spain who want chart coverage corresponding to the different stages of their journey.

For longer navigation, E28 can be combined with other Navicarte charts covering adjacent sections.

A chart suitable for learning nautical chart reading

Navicarte E28 can also be used as a teaching aid.

Working with a paper chart helps sailors understand position, course, distance and bearing, while also learning how to interpret soundings, buoyage, lights and the main cartographic symbols.

For sailors in training, the paper chart provides a useful complement to GPS and chartplotter use. It helps develop a broader understanding of coastal navigation and of the relationship between the vessel's position, route and maritime environment.

A chart to be used with other nautical documents

Navicarte E28 provides chart coverage of the Lastres – Gijón – Luanco area. For complete navigation planning, it should be supplemented when necessary by the other nautical documents relevant to the planned voyage.

Depending on the route, the navigator may need information concerning tides, harbours, lights, weather, local regulations and nautical information intended for mariners.

FAQ – Navicarte E28 Lastres – Gijón – Luanco

What area does Navicarte E28 cover?
Navicarte E28 covers the Lastres – Gijón – Luanco area on the Atlantic coast of Asturias, Spain.

What is the scale of Navicarte E28?
The chart is published at a scale of 1:50,000.

Is Navicarte E28 a paper nautical chart?
Yes. It is a folded paper chart that unfolds to A0 size.

What are the dimensions of Navicarte E28?
The unfolded chart measures 118.9 × 84.1 cm.

What languages are used on Navicarte E28?
The product information indicates French and Spanish.

Is Navicarte E28 suitable for recreational boating?
Yes. It is intended for recreational boating and coastal navigation.

Can Navicarte E28 be used with GPS?
Yes. It can be used alongside GPS or a chartplotter.

Does Navicarte E28 cover the entire Asturian coast?
No. It covers the Lastres – Gijón – Luanco area. Additional charts are required for coastal areas beyond this coverage.

Is Navicarte E28 suitable for sailing?
Yes. It can be used to plan coastal sailing as well as motorboat navigation.

What other documents should be consulted when planning a passage?
Depending on the route, additional documents may be required for tides, harbours, lights, weather and applicable regulations.