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Port of Albufeira

PTABF🇵🇹Portugal

Port Location

About Port of Albufeira

Albufeira is a marina located on the Gulf of Cádiz in southern Portugal. Established in 1504, it serves recreational vessels.

Background
Albufeira, officially the City of Albufeira, is a city and municipality of Faro District in the Algarve region of southern Portugal. The population in 2021 was 44,158, in an area of 140.66 square kilometres. The city proper had a population of 28,645 in 2021. It is 250 kilometres (160 mi) from Lisbon, close to Paderne Castle. Lagoa is 30 kilometres (19 mi) to the west, and Faro 45 kilometres (28 mi) to the southeast. A tourist destination due to its coastal conditions, Albufeira's population expands to around 300,000 in the summer and at Christmas and New Year owing to the number of hotels that includes marina facilities, golf courses, restaurants and bars.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
9m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1504

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PTABF
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
PT-08
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Body of Water
Gulf of Cádiz
Latitude
37.0831°
Longitude
-8.2640°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11809845 →
Wikidata
Q373813 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cm-albufeira.pt →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Albufeira?+
The approach to Albufeira is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Armação de Pera Lighthouse at 4.5 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Vilamoura Marina East Mole (6.8 NM E), Quarteira East Mole (7.4 NM E), Alfanzina (8.6 NM W), Portimão East Mole (12.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Albufeira on?+
The Port of Albufeira is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in PT. 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 Albufeira?+
You can track vessels near Albufeira (PTABF) 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 PTABF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Albufeira?+
The Port of Albufeira 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.