Port of Rade De Brest (FRBES): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Rade De Brest (UN/LOCODE FRBES) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in France, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 48.3833° N, 4.5000° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 21.6 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container 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
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Harbor Use
- Military
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- France West Coast
Services & Restrictions
Route Calculator & Transit Estimator
Great-circle distance — actual sea routes vary with canals, traffic lanes & weather.
nautical miles (direct)
@ 14 knots
B2B Freight Quote — Port of Rade De Brest
Compare competitive ocean and inland freight rates to and from Rade De Brest (FRBES) via trusted logistics partners.
Nearby Ports & Connections
Nearest Ports to Rade De Brest
Distances to Major World Ports
Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Rade De Brest
Where is Port of Rade De Brest located?
Port of Rade De Brest is a seaport located in France, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 48.3833° N, 4.5000° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Rade De Brest?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Rade De Brest is FRBES — country code FR, location code BES.
How deep is Port of Rade De Brest?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Rade De Brest has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 21.6 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.
Does Port of Rade De Brest require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Rade De Brest.
What type of harbor is Port of Rade De Brest?
Port of Rade De Brest is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Rade De Brest have?
Port of Rade De Brest is recorded as offering wharves, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk, oil terminal facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Rade De Brest are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #36460), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →