Port of El Grao

ESGCS🇪🇸Spain

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About Port of El Grao

El Grao is a port located on the Gulf of Valencia, Spain. It serves as a commercial and fishing harbor. The port is equipped with pilotage and tug services, and has a medium-sized drydock.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38500 →
GeoNames ID
11279513 →
Wikidata
Q3005738 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
ES-CS
Body of Water
Gulf of Valencia
Latitude
39.9667°
Longitude
0.0167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of El Grao?

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The approach to El Grao is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Corballera Lighthouse at 45.2 NM to the NE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of El Grao?

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The Port of El Grao 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 El Grao?

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You can track vessels near El Grao (ESGCS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of El Grao?

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The Port of El Grao is a port in ES. Its UN/LOCODE is ESGCS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE ESGCS mean?

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The first two characters, ES, are the ISO country code for ES. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of El Grao?

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The Port of El Grao 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.