Spain

Port of Gijon (ES GIJ)

UN/LOCODE
ES GIJ
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
18.6 m
Nearest city
Gijón
Body of water
Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Spain
Port of Gijon, Spain © Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
ES-O
Coordinates
43.5500, -5.6667 (43°33′N 5°40′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
3 m
Anchorage depth
6.4 m
Cargo pier depth
20.1 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Moderate Dry dock: Small Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes
Facilities
Anchorage Container Mediterranean mooring
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#178
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #178
54.11
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 54.11

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

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Gijon located?
Gijon is a seaport in Spain, near Gijón.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Gijon?
The UN/LOCODE for Gijon is ES GIJ.
What is the channel depth at Gijon?
The channel depth at Gijon is 18.6 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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