France

Port of Dunkerque Port Ouest (FR DKK)

UN/LOCODE
FR DKK
Harbor size
Medium
Channel depth
20.1 m
Body of water
North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
France
Port of Dunkerque Port Ouest, France © Serge Ottaviani · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
FR-59
Coordinates
51.0667, 2.3500 (51°04′N 2°21′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, tide gates
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
6 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 tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies
Ratings
#227
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #227
176.61
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.
Nearby ports
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