Port of Rhodes

Rhodes, designated by UN/LOCODE GRRHO, is a historically significant maritime port situated in the Aegean Sea region of Greece, operating under the Europe/Athens timezone at geographic coordinates 36.4349631°N, 28.2174829°E. As the principal port of the Rhodian island chain, it serves as a critical node in eastern Mediterranean shipping routes, facilitating commercial cargo handling and passenger vessel operations. The port's strategic positioning near the entrance to the Red Sea makes it indispensable for regional maritime commerce, while its medieval fortress architecture and UNESCO World Heritage status underscore its dual role as both a modern commercial hub and a treasured historical landmark. The facility accommodates diverse vessel types, supporting tourism, agricultural exports, and Mediterranean trade networks with efficient customs and logistics infrastructure.