France

Port of Bordeaux (FR BOD)

UN/LOCODE
FR BOD
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
12.5 m
Nearest city
Bordeaux
Body of water
Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
France
Port of Bordeaux, France © P. Charpiat · CC BY-SA 2.5
Port information
Region
FR-33
Coordinates
44.8667, -0.5667 (44°52′N 0°34′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
River, tide gates
Shelter
Excellent
Anchorage depth
9.4 m
Cargo pier depth
7.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#213
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #213

Bordeaux operates as a working harbor in France, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Large harbor laid out as River, tide gates sets the scale of operations at Bordeaux. Draft at the approach to Bordeaux is constrained by a 12.5 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Bordeaux located?
Bordeaux is a seaport in France.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Bordeaux?
The UN/LOCODE for Bordeaux is FR BOD.
What is the channel depth at Bordeaux?
The channel depth at Bordeaux is 12.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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