France

Port of La Rochelle (FR LRH)

France
Port of La Rochelle, France © William Scot · CC BY-SA 2.5
Port information
UN/LOCODE FR LRH
Coordinates 46.1500, -1.1500 (46°09′N 1°09′W)
Region FR-17
Nearest city La Rochelle
Body of water Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, tide gates
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 3 m
Channel depth 11 m
Anchorage depth 4.9 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 11 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Small
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

La Rochelle 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 11.0 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of La Rochelle located?
La Rochelle is a seaport in France.
What is the UN/LOCODE of La Rochelle?
The UN/LOCODE for La Rochelle is FR LRH.
What is the channel depth at La Rochelle?
The channel depth at La Rochelle is 11 m.
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Distance to major hubs

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