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Port of Valbom

PTVAB🇵🇹Portugal

Port Location

About Port of Valbom

Valbom is a marina located on the Douro River in northern Portugal. It serves as a small harbor for recreational vessels.

Background
Valbom is a city and a former civil parish in the municipality of Gondomar, Portugal. In 2013, the parish merged into the new parish Gondomar, Valbom e Jovim. It has about 15,000 residents. It was elevated to city status on 9 December 2004. For generations Valbom was a fishing village, due to its location by the river Douro. Today, local crafts dominate the economy.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
7ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
37960 →
GeoNames ID
11822205 →
Wikidata
Q993906 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.amn.pt →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
PT-13
Latitude
41.1333°
Longitude
-8.5667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Valbom?+
The approach to Valbom is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cantareira (Range Front) Lighthouse at 4.6 NM to the W with a nominal range of 6 NM. Other aids include São Miguel o Anjo (4.6 NM W), Barra da Foz Range Rear (4.7 NM WNW), Rio Douro South Mole (5 NM W), Felgueiras (5.1 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Valbom on?+
The Port of Valbom 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 Valbom?+
You can track vessels near Valbom (PTVAB) 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 PTVAB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Valbom?+
The Port of Valbom 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.