Port of Glyfada

GRGFD🇬🇷Greece

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About Port of Glyfada

Also known as: Limin Alikis, Limín Alikís, Ormos Glifadhas, Órmos Glifádhas

Glyfada is a harbor on the Saronic Gulf, serving as a port for the Athens Riviera. It accommodates pilotage and tug services, with a large drydock available.

Background
Glyfada is a town and a suburb in the South Athens regional unit located in the Athens Riviera along the coast of the Saronic Gulf. It is situated in the southern parts of the Athens urban area. The area stretches from the foot of the Hymettus mountain to the Saronic Gulf.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Large
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
42230 →
GeoNames ID
262033 →
Wikidata
Q922959 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.glyfada.gr →
Seamark Type
harbour

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GRGFD
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GR-A1
Area
East Mediterranean
Sub-area
Piraeus Area
Latitude
37.8643°
Longitude
23.7421°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Glyfada is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Piraeus Molos Themistokleus Lighthouse at 7.2 NM to the NW. Other aids include Piraeus Molos Vasileus Georgios (7.2 NM NW), Psitalia (8.5 NM NW), Koghi (13.9 NM W), Nisída Ráftis (14.3 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 Glyfada?

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The Port of Glyfada 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 Glyfada?

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You can track vessels near Glyfada (GRGFD) 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 Glyfada?

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The Port of Glyfada is a port in GR. Its UN/LOCODE is GRGFD — 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 GRGFD 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 Glyfada?

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The Port of Glyfada 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.