France

Port of Marseille (FR MRS)

UN/LOCODE
FR MRS
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
12.5 m
Nearest city
Marseille
Body of water
Gulf of Lion; Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
France
Port of Marseille, France © Rama · CC BY-SA 2.0 fr
Port information
Region
FR-13
Coordinates
43.3167, 5.3667 (43°19′N 5°22′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Excellent
Anchorage depth
11 m
Cargo pier depth
15.5 m
Oil terminal depth
11 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Large Marine railway (slipway): Small Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container Oil terminal
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
#354
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #354
77.08
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 77.08

Marseille operates as a working harbor in France, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Small harbor laid out as Coastal, breakwater sets the scale of operations at Marseille. Draft at the approach to Marseille is constrained by a 12.5 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

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

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