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Port of Harnes

FRHRN🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of Harnes

Also known as: Canal de Lens, Canal de Souchez

Harnes is a canal port in northern France, situated near the Pas-de-Calais department. Historically, it handled general cargo and passenger vessels.

Background
Harnes is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Hauts-de-France region of France.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
24m

Region

Subdivision
FR-62
Latitude
50.4500°
Longitude
2.9000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRHRN
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3003089 →
Wikidata
Q274822 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.ville-harnes.fr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Harnes?+
The approach to Harnes is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dunkerque Jetée Est Lighthouse at 40.6 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Calais Gare Maritime (44.8 NM NW), Oostende Entrance Range Front (46.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Harnes?+
The Port of Harnes 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 Harnes?+
You can track vessels near Harnes (FRHRN) 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 FRHRN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Harnes?+
The Port of Harnes 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 Harnes?+
HARNES (UN/Locode: FRHRN), France is a seaport located at approximately 50.45000° N, 2.90000° E.
Where is the Port of Harnes located?+
Coordinates: 50.45000° N, 2.90000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:TOURNAI (DOORNIK) — UN/Locode: BETRN — 50.60000° N, 3.38333° ELAUWE — UN/Locode: BELAW — 50.80000° N, 3.18000° EBOSSUIT — UN/Locode: BEBSU — 50.75101° N, 3.41077° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Harnes?+
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 Harnes?+
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 Harnes?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Passenger.