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Port of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue

FRLIS🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue

Also known as: Branche Septentrionale, Canal des Alpilles, Canal des Alpilles-Branche Septentrionale, Canal des Alpines

This port is a canal facility located on the Sorgue River in southeastern France. It serves as a waterway access point within the Vaucluse department.

Background
L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is a town and commune on the Sorgue river in Southeastern France. Politically, the commune is in the arrondissement of Avignon within the department of Vaucluse, in the région of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
77m

Region

Subdivision
FR-84
Latitude
43.9167°
Longitude
5.0500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3038044 →
Wikidata
Q504204 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.islesurlasorgue.fr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue?+
The approach to L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe de Berre Lighthouse at 29.7 NM to the S. Other aids include Port de Fos Range Rear (31.6 NM SSW), Môle Graveleau Range Rear (33.7 NM SSW), Pain de Sucre (35.5 NM S), Carry-le-Rouet Môle (35.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue?+
The Port of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue 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 L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue?+
You can track vessels near L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue (FRLIS) 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 FRLIS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue?+
The Port of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue 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.