Port of Alexandroúpolis

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About Port of Alexandroúpolis

Alexandroúpolis is a port in northeastern Greece, serving as a commercial center for the region. It handles general cargo and is equipped with tug services.

Background
Alexandroupolis or Alexandroupoli, is a port city in Greece and the capital of the Evros regional unit, in Greek Thrace. It is the largest city in Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, with a population of 71,751 and is an important port and commercial center for Northern Greece.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
42630 →
GeoNames ID
13580780 →
Wikidata
Q6935302 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
alexpolis.gr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GRAXD
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
East Mediterranean
Sub-area
Aegean Sea
Latitude
40.8390°
Longitude
25.8950°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Alexandroúpolis?

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The approach to Alexandroúpolis is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kaleköy Lighthouse at 36.3 NM to the S. Other aids include Gelibolu (44.2 NM SE), Karakova (44.4 NM SE), Uzun Burnu (44.4 NM SSE), Eceabat Range Rear (44.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Alexandroúpolis?

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The Port of Alexandroúpolis 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 Alexandroúpolis?

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You can track vessels near Alexandroúpolis (GRAXD) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Alexandroúpolis?

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

What does the UN/LOCODE GRAXD mean?

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The first two characters, GR, are the ISO country code for GR. 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.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Alexandroúpolis?

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The Port of Alexandroúpolis 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.