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Port of Fenit

IEFEN🇮🇪Ireland

Port Location

About Port of Fenit

Also known as: Fenit Harbour

Fenit is a mixed-function seaport on the north side of Tralee Bay, County Kerry, Ireland. It handles fishing, freight, and features a marina. Vessels calling include general cargo ships.

Background
Fenit is a small village in County Kerry, Ireland, located on north side of Tralee Bay about 10 km (6 mi) west of Tralee town, just south of the Shannon Estuary. It is also a civil parish. The bay is enclosed from the Atlantic by the Maharee spit which extends northwards from the Dingle peninsula. Fenit harbour is a mixed function sea port, where fishing, freight import and export, and a 136 berth marina are the main forms of business. As of the 2022 CSO census of Ireland, Fenit had a population of 619 people.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
6.01m
Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
23m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34160 →
GeoNames ID
2964328 →
Wikidata
Q3775905 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
IE-KY
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
52.2705°
Longitude
-9.8618°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Fenit?+
The controlling depth at Fenit is 6.01 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Fenit?+
The approach to Fenit is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rossbehy Point (Castlemaine Beacon) Lighthouse at 11.5 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Valentia Shore Station (26.3 NM SW), Valentia (26.4 NM SW), Bull Rock Shore Station (41.1 NM SSW), Horse Rock (42.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Fenit on?+
The Port of Fenit 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 Fenit?+
You can track vessels near Fenit (IEFEN) 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 IEFEN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Fenit?+
The Port of Fenit 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.
What is the Port of Fenit?+
FENIT (UN/Locode: IEFEN), Ireland is a seaport located at approximately 52.27054° N, -9.86185° E.
Where is the Port of Fenit located?+
Coordinates: 52.27054° N, -9.86185° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MONEYPOINT — UN/Locode: IEMOT — 52.60400° N, -9.41960° ETARBERT — UN/Locode: IETAR — 52.59102° N, -9.37097° EFOYNES — UN/Locode: IEFOV — 52.61380° N, -9.10609° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Fenit?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 4.9m - 6.1m; anchorage depth 4.9m - 6.1m; cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m and maximum draft approx. 6.01 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Fenit?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Fenit?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: available; pilotage advisable; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Fenit?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo.