Port of Bricqueville-sur-Mer

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About Port of Bricqueville-sur-Mer

This harbor in Normandy, France, serves as a small port. It is equipped with pilotage services.

Background
Bricqueville-sur-Mer is a commune in the Manche department in Normandy in northwestern France.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
0ft
Tidal Range
11ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
36110 →
GeoNames ID
2984160 →
Wikidata
Q1003398 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.bricqueville-sur-mer.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRBM8
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
FR-50
Latitude
48.9167°
Longitude
-1.5167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bricqueville-sur-Mer?

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The approach to Bricqueville-sur-Mer is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Granville Lighthouse at 6.2 NM to the SW with a nominal range of 23 NM. Other aids include Îles Chausey (12.4 NM WSW), Mont Saint-Michel (16.9 NM S), Îles Saint-Marcouf (37.8 NM NNE), Port-en-Bessin Antérieur (39.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Bricqueville-sur-Mer?

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The Port of Bricqueville-sur-Mer is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. 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 Bricqueville-sur-Mer?

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You can track vessels near Bricqueville-sur-Mer (FRBM8) 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 Bricqueville-sur-Mer?

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The Port of Bricqueville-sur-Mer is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRBM8 — 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 FRBM8 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 Bricqueville-sur-Mer?

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The Port of Bricqueville-sur-Mer 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.