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Port of Barcelona

ESBCN🇪🇸Spain

Port Location

About Port of Barcelona

Also known as: Barcelona Ferry Port, Barcelona Port, Barcelona hamn, Hafen von Barcelona, Port de Barcelona

Located on the Mediterranean Sea, this large, sheltered port serves as a key hub for Catalonia, Spain. It handles diverse cargo including containers, bulk, and general cargo, and accommodates a wide range of vessels from container ships to passenger ferries. Facilities include mobile and fixed cranes, with lifting capacities up to 100 MT.

Background
The Port of Barcelona is a major port in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Its 7.86 km2 (3 sq mi) are divided into three zones: Port Vell, the commercial/industrial port, and the logistics port. The port is managed by the Port Authority of Barcelona, itself owned by the state-owned Ports of the State.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
20m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
M
Repair Code
B
Terminals
3

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Port Authority of Barcelona

Terminals (3)

BARCELONA EUROPE SOUTH TERMINAL (BEST)

HUTCHISON PORTS BEST

Avinguda Estany del Port, 91, Prat wharf, 08820 Barcelona, Spain

www.best.com.es →

CONTAINER TERMINAL BARCELONA (TCB)

APM TERMINALS BARCELONA

Ronda del Port, 233, Moll Sud - Port de Barcelona, 08039 Barcelona, Spain

www.apmterminals.com →

TERMINAL PORT NOU

TERMINAL PORT NOU, S.A.

Vial Moll Adossat, 200, 08039 Port de Barcelona, Spain

portnou.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ESBCN
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Balearic Sea
Body of Water
Mediterranean Sea
Latitude
41.3524°
Longitude
2.1584°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38550 →
GeoNames ID
6944034 →
Wikidata
Q1349796 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portdebarcelona.cat →

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Barcelona?+
The Port of Barcelona 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 Barcelona?+
You can track vessels near Barcelona (ESBCN) 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 ESBCN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Barcelona?+
The Port of Barcelona 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 Barcelona?+
BARCELONA (UN/Locode: ESBCN), Spain is a seaport located at approximately 41.35238° N, 2.15844° E.
Where is the Port of Barcelona located?+
Coordinates: 41.35238° N, 2.15844° E. Nearby terminals/ports:VALLCARCA — UN/Locode: ESVCC — 41.23818° N, 1.86611° EVILANOVA — UN/Locode: ESVLG — 41.21114° N, 1.73312° ETARRAGONA — UN/Locode: ESTAR — 41.10103° N, 1.22472° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Barcelona?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Large. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER and cargo pier depth 15.5m - 16m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Barcelona?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Barcelona?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Barcelona?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker and Unspecified.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Barcelona?+
Ship suppliers include Whale Maritime and Stem Fuels.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Barcelona?+
Service providers include Hans Lutz Maschinenfabrik GmbH, Inglasco International Ltd and Sandvik Marine Electronics + more.