Jijel (DZDJI)

Jijel is a principal naval base for the Algerian Naval Force. The port consists of numerous berths dedicated to naval activities whilst commercial activities are handled 5nm ESE at the port of DP World Djen Djen. A small fishing marina is located 0.3nm S of the port. The location of the port has historical significance dating back to the 15th century.

Summer.

Jijel is located on the Mediterranean coastline approximately 5nm from DP World Djen Djen.

Max LOA 86m, beam 17.5m, draught 6m and 1,900DWT.

The entrance channel has a width of 167m with depths of 10-11m.

BA1712. Admiralty Pilot NP45.

Naval search and rescue vessels operate within the port.

1027.

Jijel main light is exhibited from a yellow square tower, 12m in height, with a black top standing on the islet at the end of Jetee Nord. A light is exhibited from a black column 3m in height standing at the head of Epi Nord. A light is exhibited from a red column, 3m in height, standing at the head of Jetee Sud. A tower stands at the summit of the 388m hill, the Mezritane, which is located 1.04nm SE of Ras Afia. Separate conspicuous landmarks include the square tower of the town hall, the hospital, the belfry of a church, a water tower standing in the S part of the town and a factory building situated 1.7nm WSW of the harbour.

Caution should be given on the approach due to the fact that the N sides of the peninsula and the N breakwater are fringed with rocks and shoals. It has been recommended that a wide berth should be given. Winds from the NW may raise surf within the harbour. As a result berthing may become difficult.

Range 0.5m, especially during March and April.

Naval tugs are available within the port.

Prevailing winds: Variable.