Port of Dunkerque Port Est (FRDKK): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Dunkerque Port Est (UN/LOCODE FRDKK) is a medium river (tide gates) harbor located in France, on the North Sea. It sits at 51.0500° N, 2.3833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 20.1 m, cargo pier depths around 14 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
France
UN/LOCODE
FRDKK
Harbor Type
River (Tide Gates)
Coordinates
51.0500° N, 2.3833° 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
14 m
Anchorage Depth
20.1 m
Cargo Pier Depth
14 m
Tidal Range
6 m
Oil Terminal Depth
12.5 m

Harbor Profile

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

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockMajor / Large
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Port of Dunkerque Port Est (FRDKK)
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Distance
2 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Dunkerque Port Est

Where is Port of Dunkerque Port Est located?

Port of Dunkerque Port Est is a seaport located in France, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 51.0500° N, 2.3833° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Dunkerque Port Est?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Dunkerque Port Est is FRDKK — country code FR, location code DKK.

How deep is Port of Dunkerque Port Est?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Dunkerque Port Est has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 20.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 14 m.

Does Port of Dunkerque Port Est require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Dunkerque Port Est.

What type of harbor is Port of Dunkerque Port Est?

Port of Dunkerque Port Est is classified as a river (tide gates) harbor, of medium size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Dunkerque Port Est have?

Port of Dunkerque Port Est is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Dunkerque Port Est are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #35730), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →