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Port of Melilla

ESMLN🇪🇸Spain

Port Location

About Port of Melilla

Also known as: Deportivo Port, Melilla Ferry Port, Melilla Harbour, Melilla Port, Puerto Deportivo

This is a cargo, fishing, and passenger port and marina located in Melilla, a Spanish autonomous city off the coast of North Africa. It serves as a key maritime link for the region.

Background
The Port of Melilla is a cargo, fishing, and passenger port and marina located in Melilla, a Spanish autonomous city off the coast of North Africa.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Port Authority of Melilla

Terminals

MELILLA PORT

MELILLA PORT

Av. General Macias, s/n, 52001 Melilla, Spain

www.puertodemelilla.es →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
ES-ML
Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
35.2807°
Longitude
-2.9266°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
8631063 →
Wikidata
Q5679845 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.puertodemelilla.es →

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Melilla?+
The approach to Melilla is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Anse Tramontana Lighthouse at 8.3 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Los Farallónes (8.9 NM N), Cap Des Trois Fourches (9.6 NM N), Ra'S El Ma (25.9 NM ESE), Ra'S Kebdana East Breakwater (26.1 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 Melilla?+
The Port of Melilla 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 Melilla?+
You can track vessels near Melilla (ESMLN) 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 ESMLN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Melilla?+
The Port of Melilla 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.