Port of Puerto De Bilbao (ESBIO): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Puerto De Bilbao (UN/LOCODE ESBIO) is a medium coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Spain, on the Bay of Biscay. It sits at 43.3500° N, 3.0500° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 20.1 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
Spain
UN/LOCODE
ESBIO
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
43.3500° N, 3.0500° 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
6.4 m
Anchorage Depth
23.2 m
Cargo Pier Depth
20.1 m
Tidal Range
9 m
Oil Terminal Depth
23.2 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Spain N Coast

Services & Restrictions

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

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Distance
15 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Puerto De Bilbao

Where is Port of Puerto De Bilbao located?

Port of Puerto De Bilbao is a seaport located in Spain, on the Bay of Biscay. Its coordinates are 43.3500° N, 3.0500° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Puerto De Bilbao?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Puerto De Bilbao is ESBIO — country code ES, location code BIO.

How deep is Port of Puerto De Bilbao?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Puerto De Bilbao has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 20.1 m.

Does Port of Puerto De Bilbao require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Puerto De Bilbao.

What type of harbor is Port of Puerto De Bilbao?

Port of Puerto De Bilbao is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of medium size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Puerto De Bilbao have?

Port of Puerto De Bilbao is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Puerto De Bilbao are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #37400), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →