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Port of Porto Heli

GRPHE🇬🇷Greece

Port Location

About Port of Porto Heli

Also known as: Kheli Harbour, Khéli Harbour, Limani Cheliou, Limenas Cheliou, Limin Cheliou, Limin Kheliou

This harbor is located on the Argolic Gulf in Greece. It serves as a ferry terminal, connecting to nearby islands and mainland destinations.

Background
Porto Cheli is a summer resort town in the municipality of Ermionida in the southeastern part of Argolis, Greece. It is situated on a bay of the Argolic Gulf, 7 km south of Kranidi and 40 km southeast of Nafplio. The island of Spetses is located 6 km south of Porto Heli. There are ferry connections from Porto Heli to the islands of Spetses, Hydra and Poros, and to Ermioni and Piraeus. There was a small private airport, Porto Cheli Airport, south of the town, but it's closed since 2004 and now the land was sold.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
42070 →
GeoNames ID
260016 →
Wikidata
Q3555526 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
East Mediterranean
Sub-area
Aegean Sea
Latitude
37.3195°
Longitude
23.1469°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Porto Heli?+
The approach to Porto Heli is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Spetses Lighthouse at 3.5 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Dana (18.2 NM NE), Astros (18.9 NM WNW), Zourvas (20.8 NM E), Velopoula (28.7 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 Porto Heli?+
The Port of Porto Heli 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 Porto Heli?+
You can track vessels near Porto Heli (GRPHE) 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 GRPHE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Porto Heli?+
The Port of Porto Heli 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.