Port of PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS

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About Port of PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS

Also known as: Embranchement du Grau de Palavas, Lez

This French port is located on the Canal de Graveleau. It serves as a small harbor facility, likely handling recreational vessels.

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Elevation
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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3014833 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
43.5328°
Longitude
3.9200°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS?

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The approach to PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Le Lez Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Carnon-Plage Jetée Est (2.5 NM E), Carnon-Plage Jetée Sud-Ouest (2.5 NM E), La Grande Motte Jetée Est (7.1 NM E), La Grande Motte Jetée Ouest (7.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS?

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The Port of PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS 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 PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS?

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You can track vessels near PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS (FRPAF) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS?

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The Port of PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRPAF — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE FRPAF mean?

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The first two characters, FR, are the ISO country code for FR. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS?

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The Port of PALAVAS-LES-FLOTS 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.