Port of Algeciras (ESALG): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Algeciras (UN/LOCODE ESALG) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Spain, on the Strait of Gibraltar. It sits at 36.1333° N, 5.4333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 23.2 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- Strait of Gibraltar; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Spain SW Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Algeciras
Where is Port of Algeciras located?
Port of Algeciras is a seaport located in Spain, on the Strait of Gibraltar. Its coordinates are 36.1333° N, 5.4333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Algeciras?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Algeciras is ESALG — country code ES, location code ALG.
How deep is Port of Algeciras?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Algeciras has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 23.2 m.
Does Port of Algeciras require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Algeciras.
What type of harbor is Port of Algeciras?
Port of Algeciras is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Algeciras have?
Port of Algeciras is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Algeciras are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #38310), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →