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Port of Byblos

LBBYL🇱🇧Lebanon

Port Location

About Port of Byblos

This ancient port in Byblos, Lebanon, has a history dating back to 6500 BC. It was a major timber shipping center in the eastern Mediterranean around 3000 BC, exporting wood and wine to Egypt.

Background
Byblos Port is an ancient port in Byblos, Lebanon, and one of the oldest ports in the world. What began around 6500 BC as a simple fishing village grew into a prosperous city with a rich history. Around 3000 BC, Byblos Port was the most important timber shipping center in the eastern Mediterranean. It was used by the Phoenicians to ship their local wine, Cedars of Lebanon and other wood to the Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt to be used in tomb construction and shipbuilding.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
LB-JL
Latitude
34.1167°
Longitude
35.6500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
LBBYL
Country
🇱🇧Lebanon
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6280329 →
Wikidata
Q5003961 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Byblos?+
The approach to Byblos is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Beirut North Mole Lighthouse at 13.4 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Beirut (14.5 NM SSW), Beirut North Pier (14.5 NM SSW), Beirut (15.6 NM SW), Beirut (15.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Byblos?+
The Port of Byblos 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 Byblos?+
You can track vessels near Byblos (LBBYL) 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 LBBYL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Byblos?+
The Port of Byblos operates in the UTC+2 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.