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Port of Olhos de Água

PTOLA🇵🇹Portugal

Port Location

About Port of Olhos de Água

This marina is located in the Gulf of Cádiz, Portugal. It serves as a small harbor for recreational vessels.

Background
Olhos de Água is a former freguesia, located in the municipality of Albufeira, Portugal. In 2013, the parish merged into the new parish Albufeira e Olhos de Água. It has a population of 3,221 (2001) and an area of 15.69 km2. The name refers to the fresh water springs on the beach, visible when the sea is on low tide.

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Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6943375 →
Wikidata
Q1344764 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Region

Body of Water
Gulf of Cádiz
Latitude
37.0833°
Longitude
-8.1833°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Olhos de Água?+
The approach to Olhos de Água is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Vilamoura Marina East Mole Lighthouse at 3 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Quarteira East Mole (3.7 NM ESE), Armação de Pera (8.3 NM W), Alfanzina (12.4 NM W), Faro Range Rear (13.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Olhos de Água on?+
The Port of Olhos de Água 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 Olhos de Água?+
You can track vessels near Olhos de Água (PTOLA) 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 PTOLA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Olhos de Água?+
The Port of Olhos de Água 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.