Port of Alger (DZALG): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Alger (UN/LOCODE DZALG) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Algeria, on the Mediterranean Sea. It sits at 36.7667° N, 3.0667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 18.6 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. 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
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Algeria
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Alger
Where is Port of Alger located?
Port of Alger is a seaport located in Algeria, on the Mediterranean Sea. Its coordinates are 36.7667° N, 3.0667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Alger?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Alger is DZALG — country code DZ, location code ALG.
How deep is Port of Alger?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Alger has a channel depth of about 18.6 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
Does Port of Alger require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Alger.
What type of harbor is Port of Alger?
Port of Alger is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Alger have?
Port of Alger is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Alger are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45570), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →