Algerie Ferries
Algérie Ferries (Entreprise Nationale de Transport Maritime de Voyageurs — ENTMV) is Algeria's main state-owned ferry company, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Algiers. It operates regular crossings in the western Mediterranean connecting Algerian ports with destinations in Spain and France, averaging approximately 900 crossings per year. Its most popular routes are Alicante–Oran, Marseille–Algiers and Barcelona–Algiers, with a fleet of vessels built in Spanish shipyards capable of carrying more than 1,300 passengers and 300 vehicles per crossing.
Algérie Ferries maintains year-round services from Spain and France, with increased frequencies during peak season (July–August) to meet the higher demand from the Algerian diaspora in Europe.
From Spain
Alicante → Oran ~14 hours Several departures/week › Alicante → Algiers ~18 hours Peak season › Barcelona → Algiers ~18 hours Seasonal › Valencia → Mostaganem ~14 h 30 min Summer ›From France
Marseille → Algiers ~23 hours Year-round › Marseille → Oran ~26 hours Year-round › Marseille → Béjaïa ~24 hours Year-round › Marseille → Skikda ~24 hours Year-round › Marseille → Annaba ~26 hours Year-round ›Timetables and frequencies may vary by season. Please check up-to-date availability on the iloveferry.com search engine before booking.
Among all the connections operated by Algérie Ferries, four routes stand out for their demand, frequency and strategic importance for travellers crossing the Mediterranean between Europe and Algeria.
The most popular route from Spain, with an overnight crossing of around 14 hours connecting the Costa Blanca with Algeria's second most important port.
Type: Overnight, Ro-Pax · Ideal for: Families, travellers with vehicles, Algerian diaspora in Spain
The historic flagship route of Algérie Ferries, operated year-round with high frequency and the greatest demand across the entire company network.
Type: Long-distance, overnight (~23 h) · Ideal for: Algerian emigrants living in France, cultural tourism
A direct connection from Spain's largest port to the Algerian capital, with seasonal departures expanded in summer to meet the high demand.
Type: Long-distance, overnight (~18 h) · Ideal for: Travellers with vehicles from Catalonia and north-east Spain
A regular link between the south of France and the port city of Béjaïa, the gateway to the Kabylie region with its mountain and coastal scenery.
Type: Long-distance, overnight (~24 h) · Ideal for: Kabyle community in France, nature tourism
The Algérie Ferries fleet consists of large Ro-Pax ferries built in Spanish shipyards. The sister ships Tassili II and El Djazair II — delivered in 2004 and 2005 respectively from Izar (now Navantia) shipyards in Seville — can each carry 1,320 passengers and 300 vehicles, and handle the majority of traffic to Spain. The Tariq Ibn Ziyad, a longer vessel, was built in 1995 at the Unión Naval de Levante shipyard and operates mainly on routes to France.
The operational fleet of Algérie Ferries includes four main vessels, all capable of carrying both passengers and vehicles on the company's Mediterranean routes.
Tassili II
Delivered in 2004, built at the Izar shipyard in Seville. Capacity: 1,320 passengers and 300 vehicles. Sister ship of El Djazair II; operates primarily on routes to Spain.
El Djazair II
Delivered in May 2005 (build no. 294 from Izar Seville). Capacity: 1,320 passengers and 300 vehicles. Operates the Alicante–Oran and Alicante–Algiers routes.
Tariq Ibn Ziyad
In service since December 1995, built at Unión Naval de Levante (Valencia). Longer than the sister ships; covers mainly routes between Algeria and Marseille.
Elyros
Vessel added to the Algérie Ferries fleet to bolster capacity during peak season. Provides additional coverage on routes to France and Spain during the months of highest demand.
The vessel assigned to each crossing may vary depending on operational availability and demand. Please check the assigned ship at the time of booking.
Algérie Ferries serves an extensive network of ports spread across Spain, France and the northern coast of Algeria, covering the main hubs of demand within the Algerian diaspora in Europe.
Since Algérie Ferries crossings range from 14 hours (Alicante–Oran) to 26 hours (Marseille–Annaba), the choice of accommodation is key to a comfortable journey. The company offers several options to suit different budgets and needs.
Prices vary significantly by season (higher costs in July and August), how far in advance you book and vessel occupancy. It is strongly recommended to book early, especially when travelling with a vehicle or pet during the summer months.
Passengers may bring hand luggage and checked bags on board. Luggage is kept in communal areas or taken to the booked accommodation. Please check the up-to-date terms at the time of booking, as allowances may vary depending on the fare and route.
Algérie Ferries accepts cars, motorbikes, vans, motorhomes, trailers and caravans in the spacious vehicle decks of its vessels. When making a booking, you must provide the exact dimensions of your vehicle (length, width and height), as the price varies accordingly. Once the vehicle has been loaded, access to it during the crossing is not permitted for safety reasons.
Pets are welcome on board Algérie Ferries, provided they are included in the booking in advance. Animals travel in the ship's kennels or in specially designated areas, and are not permitted in indoor passenger areas. Up-to-date veterinary documentation is mandatory: vaccination record, microchip certification and a valid vaccination certificate (especially rabies). Dogs must travel on a lead and muzzled during embarkation and disembarkation.
On international routes between Europe and Algeria, please ensure you check the current travel documentation requirements for passengers, vehicles and pets before boarding. During peak season (July and August), book as far in advance as possible if travelling with a vehicle or pet, as spaces fill up very quickly.
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