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Port of Arcachon

FRARC🇫🇷France

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About Port of Arcachon

This port is located on the Atlantic coast of France, southwest of Bordeaux. It serves as a harbor and has been established since 1845.

Background
Arcachon is a commune in the southwestern French department of Gironde. It is a popular seaside resort on the Atlantic coast 55 kilometres (34 mi) southwest of Bordeaux, in the Landes forest. It has a sandy beach and a mild climate, said to be favourable for people suffering from pulmonary complaints.

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Elevation
-1m

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History

Established
1845

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRARC
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
FR-33
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Biscay Bay
Latitude
44.6601°
Longitude
-1.1485°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11072949 →
Wikidata
Q191460 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.ville-arcachon.fr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Arcachon is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cap Ferret Lighthouse Lighthouse at 4.4 NM to the W with a nominal range of 22 NM. Other aids include Hourtin (28.9 NM N), Contis (34.8 NM SSW), Île de Patiras (37.5 NM NNE), Trompeloup (38.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Arcachon on?

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The Port of Arcachon 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 Arcachon?

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You can track vessels near Arcachon (FRARC) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for FRARC on the live map.

Where is the Port of Arcachon?

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The Port of Arcachon is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRARC — 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 FRARC 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 Arcachon?

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The Port of Arcachon 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.