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Port of Gennevilliers

FRGVL🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of Gennevilliers

Also known as: Quai de la Grenouillere, Quai de la Grenouillère

The Port of Gennevilliers is France's largest river port, situated on the Seine northwest of Paris. It handles bulk cargo and general cargo, serving as a significant inland logistics hub. Historically, general cargo vessels have called at this facility.

Background
The Port of Gennevilliers is the largest port in the Ile-de-France and the largest French river port. It is an inland port, located in the commune of Gennevilliers in the north of the Hauts-de-Seine. It is the second most important in Europe, just behind Duisburg in Germany.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
31m

Region

Subdivision
FR-92
Body of Water
Seine
Latitude
48.9333°
Longitude
2.3000°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12547424 →
Wikidata
Q3398481 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.paris-ports.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRGVL
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
QUAY (Quay)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Autonomous Port of Paris

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Gennevilliers?+
The approach to Gennevilliers is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Irish Lightship Batofar Lighthouse at 6.8 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Gennevilliers?+
The Port of Gennevilliers 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 Gennevilliers?+
You can track vessels near Gennevilliers (FRGVL) 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 FRGVL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Gennevilliers?+
The Port of Gennevilliers 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 Gennevilliers?+
GENNEVILLIERS (UN/Locode: FRGVL), France is a seaport located at approximately 48.56000° N, 2.18000° E.
Where is the Port of Gennevilliers located?+
Coordinates: 48.56000° N, 2.18000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BOULOGNE BILLANCOURT — UN/Locode: FROGB — 48.82980° N, 2.24631° EBONNEUIL-SUR-MARNE — UN/Locode: FRBSM — 48.77000° N, 2.48000° EPARIS — UN/Locode: FRPAR — 48.84664° N, 2.33254° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Gennevilliers?+
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 Gennevilliers?+
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 Gennevilliers?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo.