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Port of Capelo

PTCPL🇵🇹Portugal

Port Location

About Port of Capelo

Capelo is a port located on the island of Faial in the Azores archipelago, Portugal. It serves as a local maritime facility within the municipality of Horta.

Background
Capelo is a freguesia in the municipality of Horta on the island of Faial in the Azorean archipelago. The population in 2011 was 486, in an area of 26.64 km2. Capelo may be considered the westernmost settlement of Eurasia, if Fajã Grande, on Flores Island, is considered part of North America, for it sits on the North American Plate.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
5m

Region

Subdivision
PT-20
Latitude
38.5833°
Longitude
-28.7833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PTCPL
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Time Zone
UTC-1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11875120 →
Wikidata
Q1997707 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Capelo?+
The approach to Capelo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Vale Formoso Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the W with a nominal range of 13 NM. Other aids include Capelinhos (2.2 NM WNW), Ponta dos Cedros (4.4 NM NE), Horta Breakwater (8.2 NM ESE), Ribeirinha (8.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Capelo on?+
The Port of Capelo 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 Capelo?+
You can track vessels near Capelo (PTCPL) 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 PTCPL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Capelo?+
The Port of Capelo 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.