Port of Setubal (PTSET): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Setubal (UN/LOCODE PTSET) is a small river (natural) harbor located in Portugal, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 38.5167° N, 8.9000° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 6.4 m, cargo pier depths around 14 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
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Portugal
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Setubal
Where is Port of Setubal located?
Port of Setubal is a seaport located in Portugal, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 38.5167° N, 8.9000° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Setubal?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Setubal is PTSET — country code PT, location code SET.
How deep is Port of Setubal?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Setubal has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 6.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 14 m.
Does Port of Setubal require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Setubal.
What type of harbor is Port of Setubal?
Port of Setubal is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Setubal have?
Port of Setubal is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Setubal are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #38000), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →