Port of Vigo (ESVGO): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Vigo (UN/LOCODE ESVGO) is a medium coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Spain, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 42.2333° N, 8.7167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 17.1 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
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Medium
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Spain N Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Vigo
Where is Port of Vigo located?
Port of Vigo is a seaport located in Spain, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 42.2333° N, 8.7167° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Vigo?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Vigo is ESVGO — country code ES, location code VGO.
How deep is Port of Vigo?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Vigo has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 17.1 m.
Does Port of Vigo require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Vigo.
What type of harbor is Port of Vigo?
Port of Vigo is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Vigo have?
Port of Vigo is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Vigo are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #37900), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →