Port of Binic

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About Port of Binic

This small port is located on the north coast of Brittany, France. It serves as a fishing harbor.

Background
Binic is a small fishing port 12 km (7.5 mi) north of Saint-Brieuc on the north coast of Côtes-d'Armor department of Brittany, in northwest France. Once a commune of its own, Binic is now part of the commune of Binic-Étables-sur-Mer, following a merger on March, 01, 2016.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
0ft
Tidal Range
10ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
36220 →
GeoNames ID
11073691 →
Wikidata
Q214370 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.ville-binic.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRBN2
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
FR-22
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
English Channel
Latitude
48.6013°
Longitude
-2.8217°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Binic is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses Lighthouse at 5.7 NM to the SE. Other aids include Pointe de Porz-Don (14 NM NW), Men-Joliguet (15.8 NM NNW), Roche Quinonec (16.3 NM NW), Le Paon (17.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Binic?

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The Port of Binic 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 Binic?

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You can track vessels near Binic (FRBN2) 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 Binic?

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The Port of Binic is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRBN2 — 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 FRBN2 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 Binic?

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The Port of Binic 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.