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Port of Clifden

IECLI🇮🇪Ireland

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About Port of Clifden

Clifden is a small harbor located on the Owenglin River estuary in County Galway, Ireland. It serves the local community and is frequented by tourist vessels.

Background
Clifden is a coastal town in County Galway, Ireland, in the region of Connemara, located on the Owenglin River where it flows into Clifden Bay. As the largest town in the region, it is often referred to as "the Capital of Connemara". Frequented by tourists, Clifden is linked to Galway city by the N59.

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Elevation
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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2966459 →
Wikidata
Q1024913 →
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
53.4854°
Longitude
-10.0297°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Clifden is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fishing Point Lighthouse at 10.1 NM to the NW. Other aids include Clew Bay Lighthouses (24.1 NM NNE), Lough Corrib Lighthouse (29.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Clifden on?

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The Port of Clifden 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 Clifden?

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You can track vessels near Clifden (IECLI) 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 IECLI on the live map.

Where is the Port of Clifden?

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The Port of Clifden is a port in IE. Its UN/LOCODE is IECLI — 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 IECLI mean?

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The first two characters, IE, are the ISO country code for IE. 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 Clifden?

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The Port of Clifden 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.