Port of Bouliac

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About Port of Bouliac

This harbor is located in southwestern France. It is a large, exposed harbor with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Bouliac is a commune in the Gironde department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
37190 →
GeoNames ID
11876636 →
Wikidata
Q254934 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.ville-bouliac.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRAAI
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
FR-33
Latitude
44.8167°
Longitude
-0.5167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bouliac?

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The approach to Bouliac is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Île de Patiras Lighthouse at 24.8 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Trompeloup (26.2 NM NNW), Cap Ferret Lighthouse (32.9 NM WSW), Hourtin (33.6 NM NW), Pointe de Richard (41.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Bouliac on?

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The Port of Bouliac is situated on the Mediterranean Sea in FR. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Bouliac?

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You can track vessels near Bouliac (FRAAI) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Bouliac?

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The Port of Bouliac is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRAAI — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE FRAAI mean?

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The first two characters, FR, are the ISO country code for FR. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bouliac?

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The Port of Bouliac operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.