Port of POVOA DE VARZIM

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About Port of POVOA DE VARZIM

Also known as: Povoa de Varzim, Póvoa de Varzim

This port is located in Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal. It serves as a seaport, historically known as Port of Varzim during the Middle Ages.

Background
The Port of Póvoa de Varzim is a seaport built in Enseada da Póvoa Bay in the city of Póvoa de Varzim in Portugal. During the Middle Ages, it was known as Port of Varzim.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
16m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11817960 →
Wikidata
Q7231252 →
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
41.3729°
Longitude
-8.7655°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of POVOA DE VARZIM?

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The approach to POVOA DE VARZIM is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Lapa (Póvoa de Varzim Range Front) Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Regufe (0.5 NM ENE), Barra da Foz Range Rear (14.2 NM SSE), Felgueiras (14.2 NM SSE), Rio Douro North Mole (14.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of POVOA DE VARZIM on?

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The Port of POVOA DE VARZIM 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 POVOA DE VARZIM?

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You can track vessels near POVOA DE VARZIM (PTPDV) 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 POVOA DE VARZIM?

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The Port of POVOA DE VARZIM is a port in PT. Its UN/LOCODE is PTPDV — 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 PTPDV 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 POVOA DE VARZIM?

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The Port of POVOA DE VARZIM 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.