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Port of Rota

ESROT🇪🇸Spain

Port Location

About Port of Rota

This port is located in the Bay of Cádiz, Spain. It is a sheltered harbor with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Rota es un municipio español y una ciudad de dicho municipio, situado en la provincia de Cádiz, en la comunidad autónoma de Andalucía. Cuenta con 84.01 km² de superficie y 29 289 habitantes de población, lo que da una densidad de 348,64 hab/km². Se encuentra a 9 m s. n. m. de altitud y a 51 kilómetros de la capital provincial, Cádiz.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38280 →
GeoNames ID
11279364 →
Wikidata
Q15907 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.aytorota.es →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Gibraltar
Body of Water
Bay of Cádiz
Latitude
36.6181°
Longitude
-6.3344°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Rota?+
The approach to Rota is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rota Naval Base Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Rota (1.1 NM W), El Puerto de Santa María Lighthouse (4.6 NM ESE), Cádiz Approach Range Rear (5.5 NM S), Chipiona (8.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Rota?+
The Port of Rota is located within the Strait of Gibraltar — the gateway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. 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 Rota?+
You can track vessels near Rota (ESROT) 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 ESROT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Rota?+
The Port of Rota 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.