Spain

Port of Barcelona (ES BCN)

Spain
Port of Barcelona, Spain © NeusCGarcia · CC0
Port information
UN/LOCODE ES BCN
Coordinates 41.3500, 2.1667 (41°21′N 2°10′E)
Nearest city Barcelona
Body of water Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 9.4 m
Anchorage depth 23.2 m
Cargo pier depth 15.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #34
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 474.38

Barcelona is a seaport on the coast of Spain, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 9.4 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Barcelona located?
Barcelona is a seaport in Spain.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Barcelona?
The UN/LOCODE for Barcelona is ES BCN.
What is the channel depth at Barcelona?
The channel depth at Barcelona is 9.4 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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