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Port of Porto Azzurro

ITPAZ🇮🇹Italy

Port Location

About Port of Porto Azzurro

This Italian port is located on the island of Elba in the Tyrrhenian Sea. It functions as a small, fully sheltered harbor.

Background
Porto Azzurro is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Livorno in the Italian region Tuscany; it is on the island of Elba, located about 130 kilometres southwest of Florence and about 90 kilometres (56 mi) south of Livorno. It was formerly called Porto Longone, and in 1557 Iacopo VI Appiani, Prince of Piombino, granted Spain the right to build a fortress there, so it was transferred to the State of the Presidi that it was born as a direct possession of the crown of Spain. The state had only governors sent by the central Spanish government first and then Austrian. In 1801, Napoleon established the Kingdom of Etruria. Eventually it was transferred to the Grand Duchy of Tuscany.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
39720 →
GeoNames ID
11127613 →
Wikidata
Q157837 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.comune.portoazzurro.li.it →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Ligurean Sea
Body of Water
Tyrrhenian Sea
Latitude
42.7630°
Longitude
10.3975°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Porto Azzurro?+
The approach to Porto Azzurro is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Elba Lighthouses Lighthouse at 7.1 NM to the W. Other aids include Piombino (11 NM NNE), Porto Baratti (14.5 NM NNE), Punta Ala (15 NM E), Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office (18.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Porto Azzurro?+
The Port of Porto Azzurro 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 Azzurro?+
You can track vessels near Porto Azzurro (ITPAZ) 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 ITPAZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Porto Azzurro?+
The Port of Porto Azzurro 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.