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