Port of Europa Point: Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Europa Point is a medium coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Gibraltar, on the Strait of Gibraltar. It sits at 36.1333° N, 5.3500° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 18.6 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
Gibraltar
UN/LOCODE
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
36.1333° N, 5.3500° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
12.5 m
Anchorage Depth
18.6 m
Cargo Pier Depth
7.9 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
9.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Strait of Gibraltar; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Gibraltar

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockMajor / Medium
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Distance
4 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Europa Point

Where is Port of Europa Point located?

Port of Europa Point is a seaport located in Gibraltar, on the Strait of Gibraltar. Its coordinates are 36.1333° N, 5.3500° W.

How deep is Port of Europa Point?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Europa Point has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 18.6 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.

Does Port of Europa Point require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Europa Point.

What type of harbor is Port of Europa Point?

Port of Europa Point is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Europa Point have?

Port of Europa Point is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Europa Point are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #38330), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →