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Port of BALLYVAUGHAN

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Port Location

About Port of BALLYVAUGHAN

Ballyvaughan is a small harbor village situated on the south shores of Galway Bay in County Clare, Ireland. It serves as a local center for tourism, with its harbor facilitating small vessel activity.

Background
Ballyvaughan or Ballyvaghan is a small harbour village in County Clare, Ireland. It is on the N67 road on the south shores of Galway Bay, in the northwest corner of The Burren. This position on the coast road and the close proximity to many of the area's sights has turned the village into a local center of tourism. As of the 2022 census, Ballyvaughan had a population of 361. The area was officially classified as part of the West Clare Gaeltacht, an Irish-speaking community, until 1956.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
10m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3311893 →
Wikidata
Q805457 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
IEBYV
Country
🇮🇪Ireland
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
53.1200°
Longitude
-9.1533°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of BALLYVAUGHAN?+
The approach to BALLYVAUGHAN is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Lough Corrib Lighthouse Lighthouse at 22 NM to the N. Other aids include Horse Rock (28.4 NM SSE), Sod Rock (28.8 NM SSE), Clew Bay Lighthouses (46.3 NM NNW), Fishing Point (48.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of BALLYVAUGHAN on?+
The Port of BALLYVAUGHAN is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in IE. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of BALLYVAUGHAN?+
You can track vessels near BALLYVAUGHAN (IEBYV) 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 IEBYV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of BALLYVAUGHAN?+
The Port of BALLYVAUGHAN operates in the UTC+0 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.