Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer (FRBOL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer (UN/LOCODE FRBOL) is a medium river (tide gates) harbor located in France, on the English Channel. It sits at 50.7333° N, 1.6000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated good.

Country
France
UN/LOCODE
FRBOL
Harbor Type
River (Tide Gates)
Coordinates
50.7333° N, 1.6000° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

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

Channel Depth
4.9 m
Anchorage Depth
14 m
Cargo Pier Depth
11 m
Tidal Range
8 m
Oil Terminal Depth
3.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Tide Gates)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
English Channel; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
France NW Coast

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Small
Ice RestrictionNo

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Distance
17 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer

Where is Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer located?

Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer is a seaport located in France, on the English Channel. Its coordinates are 50.7333° N, 1.6000° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer is FRBOL — country code FR, location code BOL.

How deep is Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer has a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.

Does Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer.

What type of harbor is Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer?

Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer is classified as a river (tide gates) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Boulogne-Sur-Mer are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #35760), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →