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Port of Durrës

ALDRZ🇦🇱Albania

Port Location

About Port of Durrës

Also known as: Durres Ferry Port, Durres Harbour, Porti Detar i Durresit Enver Hoxha, Porti Detar i Durrësit ”Enver Hoxha”, Porti i Durresit, Porti i Durrësit

Albania's largest seaport, the Port of Durrës, is situated on the Adriatic Sea. This artificial basin handles bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and passenger vessels. The port features mobile, fixed, and floating cranes for cargo operations.

Background
The Port of Durrës is the largest seaport of Albania. The port is situated in the city of Durrës. It is an artificial basin that is formed between two moles, with a west-northwesterly oriented entrance approximately 183 metres (600 ft) wide as it passes between the ends of the moles. The Port is located at the north end of the Bay of Durrës, an extensive body of water between Kalaja e Turrës and Cape Durrës. Cape Durrës is located approximately 1.6 kilometres (0.99 mi) west of the Port of Durrës.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
8.38m
Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
B
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
41670 →
GeoNames ID
3185722 →
Wikidata
Q3303198 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.apdurres.com.al →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ALDRZ
Country
🇦🇱Albania
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
Adriatic Sea
Body of Water
Adriatic Sea
Latitude
41.3076°
Longitude
19.4588°

Terminals

DURRES CONTAINER TERMINAL

DURRES CONTAINER TERMINAL SH.A.

Lagjia nr 1, Rruga Tregtare, Durres, Albania

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Durrës?+
The controlling depth at Durrës is 8.38 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Durrës?+
The Port of Durrës is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Durrës?+
You can track vessels near Durrës (ALDRZ) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for ALDRZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Durrës?+
The Port of Durrës operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Durrës?+
DURRES (UN/Locode: ALDRZ), Albania is a seaport located at approximately 41.30761° N, 19.45881° E.
Where is the Port of Durrës located?+
Coordinates: 41.30761° N, 19.45881° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ROMANO — UN/Locode: ALROM — 41.38640° N, 19.40795° ESHENGJIN — UN/Locode: ALSHG — 41.81093° N, 19.58622° EBAR — UN/Locode: MEBAR — 42.09975° N, 19.07466° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Durrës?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 7.1m - 9.1m; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m; oil terminal depth 6.4m - 7.6m and maximum draft approx. 8.38 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Durrës?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Durrës?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Durrës?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.