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Port of MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE

FRMQL🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE

Also known as: Canal de Roubaix

This port is located on the Canal de Roubaix in northern France. It serves as a connection point between the Canal de la Deûle and the Canal de l'Espierres in Belgium. The port facilitates inland waterway transport.

Background
The Canal de Roubaix is a canal in northern France. It joins the Canal de la Deûle near Marquette-lez-Lille to the Canal de l’Espierres in Belgium at Leers, just east of the former textile manufacturing town Roubaix. It is 20 km long with 12 locks. The Belgian canal continues 8.4 km and three locks beyond the border to the junction with the river Escaut (Scheldt).

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
21m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2982680 →
Wikidata
Q338483 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portdelille.com →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Inland, Europe
Latitude
50.6708°
Longitude
3.0625°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE?+
The approach to MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oostende Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 33.9 NM to the N. Other aids include Dunkerque Jetée Est (34.2 NM NW), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (40.2 NM N), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (40.4 NM N), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (40.5 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 MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE?+
The Port of MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE 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 MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE?+
You can track vessels near MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE (FRMQL) 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 FRMQL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE?+
The Port of MARQUETTE-LEZ-LILLE 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.