Port of Faro (PTFAO): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Faro (UN/LOCODE PTFAO) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Portugal, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 37.0333° N, 7.9333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. 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
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Portugal
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Faro
Where is Port of Faro located?
Port of Faro is a seaport located in Portugal, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 37.0333° N, 7.9333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Faro?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Faro is PTFAO — country code PT, location code FAO.
How deep is Port of Faro?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Faro has a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
Does Port of Faro require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Faro.
What type of harbor is Port of Faro?
Port of Faro is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Faro have?
Port of Faro is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Faro are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #38030), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →