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Port of Olhão

PTOLH🇵🇹Portugal

Port Location

About Port of Olhão

This port is situated within the Ria Formosa lagoon system in Portugal's Algarve region. It serves as a fishing port, handling catches from local fleets. Pilotage and tug services are available.

Background
Olhão, officially the City of Olhão da Restauração, is a city and municipality in the Algarve region of southern Portugal. The population of the municipality in 2011 was 45,396, in an area of 130.86 km2 (50.53 sq mi). Located near the regional capital Faro and forming a single urban agglomeration, it is a fishing port and tourist center. Along with Faro, Loulé and Tavira, Olhão forms a conurbation from the eastern and central Algarve.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38030 →
GeoNames ID
11818133 →
Wikidata
Q740845 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cm-olhao.pt →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
PT-08
Body of Water
Ria Formosa
Latitude
37.0333°
Longitude
-7.8333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Olhão?+
The approach to Olhão is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Olhão Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the SW. Other aids include Olhão Range Front (0.8 NM SW), Faro Lighthouses (3.9 NM SSW), Ilha de Culatra (3.9 NM SSW), Barra Faro-Olhão Range Front (4.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Olhão on?+
The Port of Olhão 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 Olhão?+
You can track vessels near Olhão (PTOLH) 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 PTOLH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Olhão?+
The Port of Olhão 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.