Port of Luarca

The controlling depth at Luarca is 9 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Luarca is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Roballera Lighthouse at 19.1 NM to the E. Other aids include Portochico North Breakwater (20 NM W), Dique de San Esteban (22 NM E), Avilés Muelle Levante (28.9 NM E), Piedra de Burela (33.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Luarca is situated on the Bay of Biscay in ES. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Luarca (ESLUA) 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 ESLUA on the live map.

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

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.

The Port of Luarca operates in the UTC+2 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.