Port of Blaye (FRBYE): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Blaye (UN/LOCODE FRBYE) is a small river (natural) harbor located in France, on the Bay of Biscay. It sits at 45.1333° N, 0.6667° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
France
UN/LOCODE
FRBYE
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
45.1333° N, 0.6667° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
7.9 m
Anchorage Depth
9.4 m
Cargo Pier Depth
6.4 m
Tidal Range
13 m
Oil Terminal Depth
6.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
France West Coast

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesUnknown
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionUnknown
Wharves

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Port of Blaye (FRBYE)
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Distance
5 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Blaye

Where is Port of Blaye located?

Port of Blaye is a seaport located in France, on the Bay of Biscay. Its coordinates are 45.1333° N, 0.6667° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Blaye?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Blaye is FRBYE — country code FR, location code BYE.

How deep is Port of Blaye?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Blaye has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.

Does Port of Blaye require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Blaye.

What type of harbor is Port of Blaye?

Port of Blaye is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Blaye have?

Port of Blaye is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Blaye are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #37160), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →