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Port of BERRE

FRBEE🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of BERRE

Also known as: Port Petrolier de la Pointe de Berre, Port Pétrolier de la Pointe de Berre, Port de la Pointe, Port de la Pointe de Berre

Berre is a French seaport historically handling gas carriers and tankers. It is situated inland on the Étang de Berre, a large lagoon connected to the Mediterranean Sea.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
43.4600°
Longitude
5.1515°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2986533 →
Wikidata
Q34964293 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of BERRE?+
The approach to BERRE is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Carry-le-Rouet Môle Lighthouse at 7.9 NM to the S. Other aids include Pain de Sucre (9.1 NM SSW), Passe de l'Estaque (9.4 NM SE), Pointe de Berre (9.4 NM WSW), Marseille Nord (9.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of BERRE?+
The Port of BERRE is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of BERRE?+
You can track vessels near BERRE (FRBEE) 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 FRBEE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of BERRE?+
The Port of BERRE 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.
What is the Port of BERRE?+
BERRE (UN/Locode: FRBEE), France is a seaport located at approximately 43.45996° N, 5.15147° E.
Where is the Port of BERRE located?+
Coordinates: 43.45996° N, 5.15147° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BERRE-L'ETANG — UN/Locode: FRETB — 43.46000° N, 5.15000° ECARONTE — UN/Locode: FRCOZ — 43.40324° N, 5.01492° ELAVERA — UN/Locode: FRLAV — 43.39706° N, 4.99402° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of BERRE?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of BERRE?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of BERRE?+
Vessel types historically calling: Gas Carrier and Tanker.