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Port of Mazara del Vallo

ITMAZ🇮🇹Italy

Port Location

About Port of Mazara del Vallo

Mazara del Vallo is a small coastal port in northwestern Sicily, Italy, situated at the mouth of the Mazaro River. It handles general cargo, fishing vessels, and historically, container and tanker traffic. The port features wharf and anchorage loading/offloading facilities with channel depths up to 4.6 meters.

Background
Mazara del Vallo is a city and comune in the province of Trapani, northwestern Sicily, Italy. It lies mainly on the left bank at the mouth of the Mazaro river.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
8m
Channel Depth
3ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
40180 →
GeoNames ID
11978631 →
Wikidata
Q481730 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.comune.mazaradelvallo.tp.it →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ITMAZ
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
IT-TP
Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
37.6479°
Longitude
12.5835°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Mazara del Vallo?+
The controlling depth at Mazara del Vallo is 8 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 Mazara del Vallo?+
The approach to Mazara del Vallo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mazara del Vallo Nuovo Molo de Ponente Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Capo Feto (3.1 NM WNW), Capo Granitola (6.2 NM SE), Trapani Molo del Ronciglio (22.1 NM N), Castello della Colombaia (22.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Mazara del Vallo?+
The Port of Mazara del Vallo 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 Mazara del Vallo?+
You can track vessels near Mazara del Vallo (ITMAZ) 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 ITMAZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Mazara del Vallo?+
The Port of Mazara del Vallo operates in the UTC+1 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 Mazara del Vallo?+
MAZARA DEL VALLO (UN/Locode: ITMAZ), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 37.64793° N, 12.58353° E.
Where is the Port of Mazara del Vallo located?+
Coordinates: 37.64793° N, 12.58353° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MARSALA — UN/Locode: ITMRA — 37.78858° N, 12.43892° ETRAPANI — UN/Locode: ITTPS — 38.01200° N, 12.50562° EPALERMO — UN/Locode: ITPMO — 38.13114° N, 13.37366° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Mazara del Vallo?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Tide Gate and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading and anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 3.4m - 4.6m; anchorage depth 9.4m - 10m; cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m and maximum draft approx. 8 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Mazara del Vallo?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Mazara del Vallo?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Mazara del Vallo?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container, Fishing, General Cargo and Tanker.