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Port of Portoferraio

ITPFE🇮🇹Italy

Port Location

About Port of Portoferraio

Also known as: Portoferraio Ferry Port, Portoferraio Harbour

This Italian port is located on the island of Elba in the Tyrrhenian Sea. It serves as a passenger ferry terminal.

Background
Portoferraio is a town and comune in the province of Livorno, on the edge of the eponymous harbour of the island of Elba, Tuscany. It is the island's largest town. Because of its terrain, many of its buildings are situated on the slopes of a tiny hill bordered on three sides by the sea.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1548

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ITPFE
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
42.8125°
Longitude
10.3270°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
39720 →
GeoNames ID
9847689 →
Wikidata
Q157856 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.comune.portoferraio.li.it →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →
Seamark Type
harbour
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Portoferraio?+
The approach to Portoferraio is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Elba Lighthouses Lighthouse at 5.8 NM to the SW. Other aids include Piombino (10.9 NM NE), Porto Baratti (13.2 NM NE), Punta Ala (17.9 NM E), Marina di Scarlino (Etrusca Marina) Port Office (20.7 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 Portoferraio?+
The Port of Portoferraio 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 Portoferraio?+
You can track vessels near Portoferraio (ITPFE) 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 ITPFE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Portoferraio?+
The Port of Portoferraio 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 Portoferraio?+
PORTO FERRAIO (UN/Locode: ITPFE), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 42.81250° N, 10.32700° E.
Where is the Port of Portoferraio located?+
Coordinates: 42.81250° N, 10.32700° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PIOMBINO — UN/Locode: ITPIO — 42.93264° N, 10.54896° EFOLLONICA — UN/Locode: ITFOL — 42.92000° N, 10.76000° EMARINA DI VADA — UN/Locode: ITVDA — 43.34960° N, 10.44972° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Portoferraio?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Portoferraio?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Portoferraio?+
Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.