Algeria

Port of Alger (DZ ALG)

Algeria
Also known as: Algiers
Port of Alger, Algeria © habib kaki · CC BY 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE DZ ALG
Coordinates 36.7667, 3.0667 (36°46′N 3°04′E)
Region DZ-16
Nearest city Algiers
Body of water Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 18.6 m
Anchorage depth 11 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Small
Marine railway (slipway) Large
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #379
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 132.24

Alger is a seaport on the coast of Algeria, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 18.6 m, a key limit on vessel draft. The port lies close to Algiers, the nearest major population center.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Alger located?
Alger is a seaport in Algeria, near Algiers.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Alger?
The UN/LOCODE for Alger is DZ ALG.
What is the channel depth at Alger?
The channel depth at Alger is 18.6 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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