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Port of Lekeitio

ESLEK🇪🇸Spain

Port Location

About Port of Lekeitio

Lekeitio is a historic harbor established in 1326 on the Basque coast of Spain. It functions as a significant fishing port, handling catches from the Cantabrian Sea.

Background
Lekeitio is a town and municipality located in the province of Biscay, in the Spanish Autonomous Community of Basque Country, 53 km (33 mi) northeast from Bilbao. The municipality has 7,307 inhabitants (2019) and is one of the most important fishing ports of the Basque coast. Tourism has an important role during the summer seasons, when the town is a resort with one beach called Isuntza and the nearby Karraspio beach in the town of Mendexa.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1326

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ESLEK
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Biscay Bay
Latitude
43.3647°
Longitude
-2.5013°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11862613 →
Wikidata
Q1227965 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.lekeitio.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Lekeitio?+
The approach to Lekeitio is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cabo de Santa Catalina Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Mutriku (Range Rear) (6 NM SE), Rompeolas de Bermeo (9.7 NM WNW), Rosape (9.7 NM WNW), Zumaia (Zumaya, Monte Atalaya) (11.6 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 Lekeitio?+
The Port of Lekeitio 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 Lekeitio?+
You can track vessels near Lekeitio (ESLEK) 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 ESLEK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Lekeitio?+
The Port of Lekeitio 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.