Port of La Pallice (FRLPE): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of La Pallice (UN/LOCODE FRLPE) is a medium coastal (tide gates) harbor located in France, on the Bay of Biscay. It sits at 46.1667° N, 1.2167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 14 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
France
UN/LOCODE
FRLPE
Harbor Type
Coastal (Tide Gates)
Coordinates
46.1667° N, 1.2167° 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
11 m
Anchorage Depth
12.5 m
Cargo Pier Depth
14 m
Tidal Range
3 m
Oil Terminal Depth
15.5 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Tide Gates)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
France West Coast

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockMajor / Medium
Ice RestrictionUnknown
Wharves

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Distance
3 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of La Pallice

Where is Port of La Pallice located?

Port of La Pallice is a seaport located in France, on the Bay of Biscay. Its coordinates are 46.1667° N, 1.2167° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of La Pallice?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of La Pallice is FRLPE — country code FR, location code LPE.

How deep is Port of La Pallice?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of La Pallice has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 14 m.

Does Port of La Pallice require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of La Pallice.

What type of harbor is Port of La Pallice?

Port of La Pallice is classified as a coastal (tide gates) harbor, of medium size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of La Pallice have?

Port of La Pallice is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of La Pallice are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #37000), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →