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Port of Barbate

ESBDF🇪🇸Spain

Port Location

About Port of Barbate

This Spanish port is located on the Atlantic coast near the Strait of Gibraltar. It serves as a fishing port, handling catches from local fleets.

Background
Barbate is a Spanish municipality in the Province of Cádiz, in the autonomous community of Andalusia. It is a coastal town located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, close to the Strait of Gibraltar. Covering a total area of 142.17 km2, it has, as of 2019, a registered population of 22,518.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
ES-CA
Latitude
36.1833°
Longitude
-5.9167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11279369 →
Wikidata
Q13154 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.barbate.es →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Barbate?+
The approach to Barbate is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cabo Trafalgar Lighthouse at 5.7 NM to the W with a nominal range of 22 NM. Other aids include Malabata (23.5 NM SSE), Cap Spartel (23.6 NM S), Tanger Outer Breakwater (24.3 NM SSE), Punta Carnero (24.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Barbate?+
The Port of Barbate is located within the Strait of Gibraltar — the gateway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. 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 Barbate?+
You can track vessels near Barbate (ESBDF) 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 ESBDF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Barbate?+
The Port of Barbate 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.