Port of Oran (DZORN): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Oran (UN/LOCODE DZORN) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Algeria, on the Mediterranean Sea. It sits at 35.7000° N, 0.6333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 11 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 Oran
Where is Port of Oran located?
Port of Oran is a seaport located in Algeria, on the Mediterranean Sea. Its coordinates are 35.7000° N, 0.6333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Oran?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Oran is DZORN — country code DZ, location code ORN.
How deep is Port of Oran?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Oran has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
Does Port of Oran require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Oran.
What type of harbor is Port of Oran?
Port of Oran is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Oran have?
Port of Oran is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Oran are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45640), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →