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Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne

FRLSO🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne

This French port on the Atlantic coast handles fishing, general cargo, and pleasure craft. It is a sheltered harbor with compulsory pilotage.

Background
Les Sables-d'Olonne is a seaside resort and port on the Atlantic coast of Western France, best known as the starting and finishing point of the round the world Vendée Globe yacht race. A subprefecture of the Vendée department, Pays de la Loire, administratively it is a commune, Vendée's second most populated after La Roche-sur-Yon. On 1 January 2019, the communes of Olonne-sur-Mer, Château-d'Olonne and Les Sables-d'Olonne merged, retaining the latter name.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
11ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

History

Established
2019

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
FR-85
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Biscay Bay
Latitude
46.5000°
Longitude
-1.7909°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
36960 →
GeoNames ID
11073012 →
Wikidata
Q50810269 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.lessablesdolonne.fr →
Seamark Type
harbour
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne?+
The approach to Les Sables-d'Olonne is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tour d'Arundel Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the SSW with a nominal range of 12 NM. Other aids include Jetée des Sables (feu antérieur) (0.6 NM S), Jetée de Saint-Nicolas (0.8 NM S), L'Armandèche (0.8 NM SW), Les Barges (2.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne on?+
The Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne is situated on the Bay of Biscay in FR. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne?+
You can track vessels near Les Sables-d'Olonne (FRLSO) 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 FRLSO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne?+
The Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne 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 Les Sables-d'Olonne?+
LES SABLES D OLONNE (UN/Locode: FRLSO), France is a seaport located at approximately 46.50001° N, -1.79094° E.
Where is the Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne located?+
Coordinates: 46.50001° N, -1.79094° E. Nearby terminals/ports:LA PALLICE — UN/Locode: FRLPE — 46.15403° N, -1.21969° ELA ROCHELLE — UN/Locode: FRLRH — 46.14458° N, -1.16659° ENANTES — UN/Locode: FRNTE — 47.21391° N, -1.54166° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Les Sables-d'Olonne?+
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 Les Sables-d'Olonne?+
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 Les Sables-d'Olonne?+
Vessel types historically calling: Fishing, General Cargo and Pleasure Craft.