The port and its installations
A natural port
The Port Delta Ebre Port is an ideal port for small exclusive cruises for those travellers looking for quality tourism away from the bustling crowds, for travellers who want to relax and enjoy a spectacular natural environment (Biosphere Reserve) while sampling the excellent local gastronomy.
The port at la Ràpita (Delta Ebre Port) has all the necessary installations for small Mediterranean cruise ships to stop over for a few days. Located in the Ebro Delta Natural Park, it is an unbeatable destination for travellers who wish to get away from traditional tourism routes, enjoy the local gastronomy, relax on our amazing beaches and visit historic towns.
If you are looking for new routes in the Mediterranean and want to offer your clients a dream holiday, stop off at Delta Ebre Port.
Port installations
GENERAL INFORMATION
Distance from port to town centre:
500 metres to the centre of la Ràpita.
Coordinates:
40 ° 36’N 0 ° 36’E.
Time zone:
GMT + 1 (+2 in summer).
Winds:
Easterly (E) nd northwesterly (NW).
Dock entrance depth: 6 m
Entrance width: 80 m
Tidal range: 60 cm.
CRUISE SHIP QUAY
Quay length:
210 m.
Width:
40 m.
Total docking area for cruise ships:
3.500 m2.
Height above sea level:
1,80 m.
Moorings:
Every 30 m.
ANCHORING AREA FOR CRUISE SHIPS
Minimum anchoring depth:
5 m.
Type of sea bed:
Sand.
Distance from anchorage point to the quay
2,5 miles.
ANCHORING FOR CRUISE SHIPS
Minimum anchoring depth:
5 metres.
Type of sea bed:
Sand.
Distance from anchorage point to the quay:
2,5 miles.
Quay name:
Ribera.
DISTANCE TO OTHER PORTS
Palamós:
130 nautical miles.
Barcelona:
94 nautical miles.
Tarragona:
50 nautical miles.
Palma de Mallorca:
125 nautical miles.
Valencia:
81 nautical miles.
Services for cruises
PORT SERVICES FOR VESSELS
Piloting service
Required from 500 GT.
Available 24 hours a day.
Channel 14 VHF.
Tug service
Available 24 hours a day.
2 tugs:
Drisa 31.5 BP
Montroig 22.5 BP
Channel 14 VHF.
Moorings
Available 24 hours a day.
Compulsory for all vessels. Piloting also required.
Docking services
Loading provisions onto vessels.
Application of ISPS code
Security officers, X-ray machines, walk-through metal detectors, security cameras.
MARPOL waste collection.
Water supply.
MARITIME ADMINISTRATION SERVICES
Emergency response and support from port on channel 16 VHF.
Maritime control centre on channel 16 VHF.
Harbour offices. Contact
Phone 977 740 456
Fax. 977 742 372
zona.sud@gencat.cat
PASSENGER SERVICES
Welcome desk.
Tourist information.
Passenger terminal. Tourist information also available on board cruise ships
Taxi rank
In the town centre.
Currency exchange
In town, 500 metres from the harbour.
Internet access
Available in town.
ATM cash machines
Available in town.