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Port of Calvi

FRCLY🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of Calvi

Also known as: Calvi Ferry Port, Calvi Harbour

This French port is located on the northwest coast of Corsica. It handles bulk carriers and passenger vessels, with facilities including mobile cranes and wharf and anchorage loading/offloading. The harbor is natural and very small, with channel depths of 9.4 to 10 meters.

Background
Calvi est une commune française située dans le département de la Haute-Corse et le territoire de la collectivité de Corse. Bâtie dans le golfe du même nom, elle se trouve au nord-ouest de l'île et constitue avec l'Île-Rousse l'une des deux agglomérations majeures de Balagne.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
6.02m
Channel Depth
9ft
Elevation
16m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
39110 →
GeoNames ID
9845411 →
Wikidata
Q202439 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.villedecalvi.fr →
Seamark Type
harbour

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
FR-2B
Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Ligurean Sea
Latitude
42.5652°
Longitude
8.7592°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Calvi?+
The controlling depth at Calvi is 6.02 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Calvi?+
The Port of Calvi 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 Calvi?+
You can track vessels near Calvi (FRCLY) 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 FRCLY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Calvi?+
The Port of Calvi 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 Calvi?+
CALVI (UN/Locode: FRCLY), France is a seaport located at approximately 42.56521° N, 8.75924° E.
Where is the Port of Calvi located?+
Coordinates: 42.56521° N, 8.75924° E. Nearby terminals/ports:L'ILE ROUSSE — UN/Locode: FRILR — 42.63947° N, 8.93810° EBASTIA — UN/Locode: FRBIA — 42.69867° N, 9.45342° EAJACCIO — UN/Locode: FRAJA — 41.92591° N, 8.74240° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Calvi?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 6.02 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Calvi?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Calvi?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: available; pilotage advisable; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Calvi?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and Passenger.