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Port of Douarnenez

FRDRZ🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of Douarnenez

This French seaport on the Atlantic coast handles bulk carriers, general cargo, and fishing vessels. It also supports offshore operations.

Background
Douarnenez, is a commune in the French department of Finistère, region of Brittany, northwestern France.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2983743 →
Wikidata
Q240189 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.douarnenez.bzh →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
FR-29
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Biscay Bay
Latitude
48.0892°
Longitude
-4.3328°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Douarnenez?+
The approach to Douarnenez is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 4 Scarweather Lighthouse at 0.1 NM to the NW. Other aids include Môle de Rosmeur (0.6 NM NE), Île Tristan (0.8 NM NNW), Pointe du Millier (5.4 NM W), Kergadec (9.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Douarnenez?+
The Port of Douarnenez 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 Douarnenez?+
You can track vessels near Douarnenez (FRDRZ) 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 FRDRZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Douarnenez?+
The Port of Douarnenez 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 Douarnenez?+
DOUARNENEZ (UN/Locode: FRDRZ), France is a seaport located at approximately 48.08920° N, -4.33278° E.
Where is the Port of Douarnenez located?+
Coordinates: 48.08920° N, -4.33278° E. Nearby terminals/ports:QUIMPER — UN/Locode: FRUIP — 47.98000° N, -4.10000° EBREST — UN/Locode: FRBES — 48.37666° N, -4.48570° ECONCARNEAU — UN/Locode: FRCOC — 47.87241° N, -3.91175° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Douarnenez?+
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 Douarnenez?+
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 Douarnenez?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Fishing, General Cargo and Offshore.