France

Port of Rade De Brest (FR BES)

France
Port of Rade De Brest, France © Monsieur W · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE FR BES
Coordinates 48.3833, -4.5000 (48°23′N 4°30′W)
Region FR-29
Body of water North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Harbor use Military
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 7 m
Channel depth 12.5 m
Anchorage depth 21.6 m
Cargo pier depth 12.5 m
Oil terminal depth 10.1 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Large
Marine railway (slipway) Large
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
RoRo Other Wharves Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile 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
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #228
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 28.39

Located in France, the port of Rade De Brest serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Rade De Brest has a Large harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Rade De Brest work with a channel depth of 12.5 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Rade De Brest located?
Rade De Brest is a seaport in France.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Rade De Brest?
The UN/LOCODE for Rade De Brest is FR BES.
What is the channel depth at Rade De Brest?
The channel depth at Rade De Brest is 12.5 m.
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