France

Port of Nantes (FR NTE)

UN/LOCODE
FR NTE
Harbor size
Medium
Channel depth
7.9 m
Nearest city
Nantes
Body of water
Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
France
Port of Nantes, France © Jibi44, avec l'aimable autorisation de LP de Nantes · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
FR-44
Coordinates
47.2000, -1.5667 (47°12′N 1°34′W)
Harbor
Harbor type
River, natural
Shelter
Fair
Tidal range
4 m
Anchorage depth
18.6 m
Cargo pier depth
4.9 m
Oil terminal depth
6.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Small Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane 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
#198
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #198

Nantes operates as a working harbor in France, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as River, natural sets the scale of operations at Nantes. Draft at the approach to Nantes is constrained by a 7.9 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Nantes located?
Nantes is a seaport in France.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Nantes?
The UN/LOCODE for Nantes is FR NTE.
What is the channel depth at Nantes?
The channel depth at Nantes is 7.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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