Port of Paimpol (FRPAI): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Paimpol (UN/LOCODE FRPAI) is a very small river (tide gates) harbor located in France, on the English Channel. It sits at 48.7833° N, 3.0500° W. The port reports an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 3.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good.

Country
France
UN/LOCODE
FRPAI
Harbor Type
River (Tide Gates)
Coordinates
48.7833° N, 3.0500° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

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

Anchorage Depth
7.9 m
Cargo Pier Depth
3.4 m
Tidal Range
9 m

Harbor Profile

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

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceNo
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilUnknown / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionYes

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Port of Paimpol (FRPAI)
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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 Paimpol

Where is Port of Paimpol located?

Port of Paimpol is a seaport located in France, on the English Channel. Its coordinates are 48.7833° N, 3.0500° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Paimpol?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Paimpol is FRPAI — country code FR, location code PAI.

How deep is Port of Paimpol?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Paimpol has an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 3.4 m.

Does Port of Paimpol require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Paimpol.

What type of harbor is Port of Paimpol?

Port of Paimpol is classified as a river (tide gates) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Paimpol are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #36260), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →