France

Port of Dunkerque Port Ouest (FR DKK)

France
Port of Dunkerque Port Ouest, France © Serge Ottaviani · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE FR DKK
Coordinates 51.0667, 2.3500 (51°04′N 2°21′E)
Region FR-59
Body of water North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, tide gates
Shelter Good
Tidal range 6 m
Channel depth 20.1 m
Anchorage depth 20.1 m
Cargo pier depth 21.6 m
Oil terminal depth 21.6 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #227
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 176.61

Dunkerque Port Ouest is a seaport on the coast of France, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a Coastal, tide gates layout. The channel depth runs to 20.1 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Dunkerque Port Ouest located?
Dunkerque Port Ouest is a seaport in France.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Dunkerque Port Ouest?
The UN/LOCODE for Dunkerque Port Ouest is FR DKK.
What is the channel depth at Dunkerque Port Ouest?
The channel depth at Dunkerque Port Ouest is 20.1 m.
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