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Port of Sesimbra

PTSSB🇵🇹Portugal

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About Port of Sesimbra

Sesimbra is a fishing port located on the Setúbal Bay in Portugal. It serves as a hub for the local fishing fleet.

Background
Sesimbra is a municipality of Portugal, in the Setúbal District, lying at the foothills of the Serra da Arrábida, a mountain range between Setúbal and Sesimbra. Due to its particular position at the Setúbal Bay, near the mouth of the Sado River and its natural harbour, it is an important fishing town. The population in 2011 was 49,500, in an area of 195.47 km². The present Mayor is Francisco Jesus.

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Elevation
1m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11818867 →
Wikidata
Q1006408 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.sesimbra.pt →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
PT-15
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
38.4379°
Longitude
-9.1113°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Sesimbra is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chibata Lighthouse at 13.4 NM to the NNW with a nominal range of 15 NM. Other aids include Mama Sul (18.2 NM NNW), Alcochete Lighthouse (20.3 NM NNE), Cabo de Sines (30.7 NM SSE), Sines Lighthouses (31.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Sesimbra on?

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The Port of Sesimbra 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 Sesimbra?

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You can track vessels near Sesimbra (PTSSB) 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 PTSSB on the live map.

Where is the Port of Sesimbra?

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The Port of Sesimbra is a port in PT. Its UN/LOCODE is PTSSB — 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 PTSSB 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 Sesimbra?

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The Port of Sesimbra 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.