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Port of Bourcefranc-le-Chapus

FRBH4🇫🇷France

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About Port of Bourcefranc-le-Chapus

This port, established in 1908, is a significant French oyster farming center. Located in the Charente-Maritime department, it serves the aquaculture industry.

Background
Bourcefranc-le-Chapus is a commune in the Charente-Maritime department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in southwestern France. The commune was created in 1908 from part of Marennes. Bourcefranc-le-Chapus is a major oyster farming port. Fort Louvois is a fortification built by Vauban on the Chapus islet in front of the town.

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Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1908

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRBH4
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Region

Subdivision
FR-17
Latitude
45.8500°
Longitude
-1.1500°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3013632 →
Wikidata
Q1016328 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.bourcefranc-le-chapus.fr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bourcefranc-le-Chapus?

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The approach to Bourcefranc-le-Chapus is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chateau d'Oléron feu antérieur Lighthouse at 2.6 NM to the NW. Other aids include Château d'Oléron (2.8 NM NW), Château d'Oléron Lighthouses (3.1 NM N), La Palmyre (5.6 NM SSW), Port-des-Barques Feu Antérieur (6.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Bourcefranc-le-Chapus on?

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The Port of Bourcefranc-le-Chapus 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 Bourcefranc-le-Chapus?

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You can track vessels near Bourcefranc-le-Chapus (FRBH4) 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 FRBH4 on the live map.

Where is the Port of Bourcefranc-le-Chapus?

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The Port of Bourcefranc-le-Chapus is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRBH4 — 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 FRBH4 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 Bourcefranc-le-Chapus?

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The Port of Bourcefranc-le-Chapus 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.