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Port of Vila Franca do Campo

PTVFC🇵🇹Portugal

Port Location

About Port of Vila Franca do Campo

This historic port, established in 1472, is located on São Miguel Island in the Azores, Portugal. It serves as a local harbor on the Atlantic Ocean.

Background
Vila Franca do Campo is a Portuguese town on the island of São Miguel in the Autonomous Region of the Azores. It covers an area of 78.00 km² and has a population of 10,323 inhabitants (2021). The municipality is divided into six parishes and is bordered to the north by the municipality of Ribeira Grande, to the east by Povoação, to the west by Lagoa, and to the south it has a coastline along the Atlantic Ocean.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
11m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1472

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PTVFC
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Time Zone
UTC-1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
PT-20
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Azores
Latitude
37.7147°
Longitude
-25.4295°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11821709 →
Wikidata
Q565290 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cmvfc.pt →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Vila Franca do Campo?+
The approach to Vila Franca do Campo is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Santa Clara Lighthouse at 8.4 NM to the NNW with a nominal range of 15 NM. Other aids include Ilha de (40.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Vila Franca do Campo on?+
The Port of Vila Franca do Campo 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 Vila Franca do Campo?+
You can track vessels near Vila Franca do Campo (PTVFC) 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 PTVFC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Vila Franca do Campo?+
The Port of Vila Franca do Campo operates in the UTC-1 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.