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Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

ESLPA🇪🇸Spain

Port Location

About Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

This harbor on Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands serves as a key supply and transit point in the mid-Atlantic. It handles fishing, commercial, and passenger vessels. The port is equipped with tugs and a drydock.

Background
Port of Las Palmas is port for fishing, commercial, passenger and sports boats in the city of Las Palmas in the north-east of Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain. For five centuries, the Port of Las Palmas has been the traditional base for scale and supplying ships on their way through the Middle Atlantic.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
197m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B
Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38170 →
GeoNames ID
12104323 →
Wikidata
Q3925443 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.palmasport.es →
Seamark Type
harbour

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ESLPA
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
ES-GC
Area
West Africa
Body of Water
Atlantic Ocean
Latitude
28.1410°
Longitude
-15.4163°

Terminals (2)

BOLUDA MARITIME TERMINALS LA LUZ

BOLUDA CORPORACION MARITIMA S.A.

Av. de los Cambulloneros s/n, Muelle Virgen del Pino, 35008 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain

www.boluda.com.es →

OPERACIONES PORTUARIAS, S.A.

OPERACIONES PORTUARIAS, S.A.

Muelle de León y Castillo, 12, 35008 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, Spain

www.opcsa.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?+
The approach to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Puerto Rico West Breakwater Lighthouse at 26.7 NM to the SW. Other aids include Puerto De Mogán (26.8 NM SW), Punta Del Castillete (26.9 NM SW), Punta Pesebre (49 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria on?+
The Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in ES. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?+
You can track vessels near Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ESLPA) 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 ESLPA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?+
The Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria operates in the UTC+0 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.