Port of Guifões

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About Port of Guifões

Guifões is a port on the Atlantic Ocean in Portugal. It serves as a general cargo and bulk handling facility. The port is equipped with tugs and a small drydock.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
37950 →
GeoNames ID
2738328 →
Wikidata
Q1547306 →
Official Site
www.apdl.pt →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PTGIF
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
PT-13
Body of Water
Atlantic Ocean
Latitude
41.2000°
Longitude
-8.6667°

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Guifões?

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The approach to Guifões is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Barra da Foz Range Rear Lighthouse at 3.1 NM to the S. Other aids include Cantareira (Range Front) (3.2 NM S), Felgueiras (3.2 NM S), São Miguel o Anjo (3.2 NM S), Rio Douro North Mole (3.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Guifões on?

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The Port of Guifões 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 Guifões?

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You can track vessels near Guifões (PTGIF) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Guifões?

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The Port of Guifões is a port in PT. Its UN/LOCODE is PTGIF — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE PTGIF mean?

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The first two characters, PT, are the ISO country code for PT. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Guifões?

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The Port of Guifões 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.