Nether Portal
minecraft:nether_portalThe Nether Portal is the swirling purple gateway that links the Overworld and the Nether. It is unbreakable in survival and cannot be obtained as an item — it only exists once activated inside an obsidian frame.
Uses
- Dimension travel — Standing inside an active portal for a few seconds teleports the player between the Overworld and the Nether, converting coordinates at an 8:1 ratio.
Found In
- Player-built obsidian frames — Build a minimum 4x5 obsidian frame and ignite the interior with flint and steel or fire charge.
- Ruined Portals — Naturally generated obsidian frames sometimes contain partially formed, inactive portals that can be completed.
FAQ
Can Nether Portal blocks be mined?
No. They cannot be broken or collected in survival mode; only removing the surrounding obsidian frame deactivates the portal.
What creates a Nether Portal?
Igniting the interior of a valid obsidian frame (minimum 4x5, maximum 23x23) with flint and steel, a fire charge, lightning, or fire spread.
Does the Nether Portal emit light?
Yes. It emits a light level of 11 and is fully transparent, letting light and view pass through it like water or ice.
How does Nether Portal coordinate conversion work?
One block in the Nether corresponds to eight blocks in the Overworld, so traveling through a portal can shift the player's Overworld position dramatically.
Tags
- nether
- overworld