Port of Bordeaux (FRBOD): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Bordeaux (UN/LOCODE FRBOD) is a large river (tide gates) harbor located in France, on the Bay of Biscay. It sits at 44.8667° N, 0.5667° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 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 (Tide Gates)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- 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 Bordeaux
Where is Port of Bordeaux located?
Port of Bordeaux is a seaport located in France, on the Bay of Biscay. Its coordinates are 44.8667° N, 0.5667° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bordeaux?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bordeaux is FRBOD — country code FR, location code BOD.
How deep is Port of Bordeaux?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bordeaux has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
Does Port of Bordeaux require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bordeaux.
What type of harbor is Port of Bordeaux?
Port of Bordeaux is classified as a river (tide gates) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Bordeaux have?
Port of Bordeaux is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Bordeaux are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #37190), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →