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Port of Porto

PTOPO🇵🇹Portugal

Port Location

About Port of Porto

Also known as: Porto Brandao, Porto Brandão

This Portuguese port on the Douro River estuary handles container and general cargo. It is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Porto, officially the Ancient, Very Noble, Ever Loyal and Undefeated City of Porto, also known in English as Oporto, is the second largest city in Portugal, after Lisbon. It is the capital of the Porto District and one of the Iberian Peninsula's major urban areas. Porto city proper, which is the entire municipality of Porto, is small compared to its metropolitan area, with an estimated population of 252,687 people in a municipal area of 41.42 km2 (16 sq mi). As of 2025, the Porto metropolitan area has around 1.8 million people in an area of 2,395 km2 (925 sq mi), making it the second-largest urban area in Portugal. It is recognized as a global city with a Gamma + rating from the Globalization and World Cities Research Network.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
7ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
37960 →
GeoNames ID
2572225 →
Wikidata
Q36433 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cm-porto.pt →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
PT-13
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
41.1441°
Longitude
-8.6414°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Porto?+
The approach to Porto is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cantareira (Range Front) Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the W with a nominal range of 6 NM. Other aids include São Miguel o Anjo (1.2 NM W), Barra da Foz Range Rear (1.3 NM WNW), Rio Douro South Mole (1.5 NM W), Felgueiras (1.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Porto on?+
The Port of Porto 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 Porto?+
You can track vessels near Porto (PTOPO) 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 PTOPO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Porto?+
The Port of Porto 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.
What is the Port of Porto?+
PORTO (UN/Locode: PTOPO), Portugal is a seaport located at approximately 41.14407° N, -8.64143° E.
Where is the Port of Porto located?+
Coordinates: 41.14407° N, -8.64143° E. Nearby terminals/ports:LEIXOES — UN/Locode: PTLEI — 41.18399° N, -8.69449° EBALTAR — UN/Locode: PTBTR — 41.18000° N, -8.38000° EAVEIRO — UN/Locode: PTAVE — 40.63916° N, -8.70601° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Porto?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Porto?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Porto?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container and General Cargo.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Porto?+
Ship suppliers include Whale Maritime.