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Port of SANTONA

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Port Location

About Port of SANTONA

This anchorage is located in Santoña Bay on Spain's northern coast. It serves as a sheltered harbor.

Background
Santoña is a town in the eastern coast of the autonomous community of Cantabria, on the north coast of Spain. It is situated by the bay of the same name. It is 45 kilometres (28 mi) from the capital Santander. Santoña is divided into two zones, an urban plain, and a mountainous area, with Mount Buciero at its eastern limit, and Brusco and the beach of Berria to the north. The beach of San Martin comprises its south limit and the fishing harbor and marsh area its western limit.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
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Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3211904 →
Wikidata
Q1442470 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.aytosantona.org →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ESSNN
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Biscay Bay
Body of Water
Santoña Bay
Latitude
43.4418°
Longitude
-3.4621°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of SANTONA?+
The approach to SANTONA is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Galea Lighthouse at 19.1 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 19 NM. Other aids include Fuerte de la Galea (19.3 NM ESE), Getxo Contradique de Algorta (19.9 NM ESE), Espigón de Portugalete (20.1 NM ESE), Górliz (22.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of SANTONA?+
The Port of SANTONA 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 SANTONA?+
You can track vessels near SANTONA (ESSNN) 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 ESSNN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of SANTONA?+
The Port of SANTONA 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.