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Port of Plougrescant

FRPGC🇫🇷France

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About Port of Plougrescant

This small French port is located in Brittany. It is a natural harbor with fair shelter.

Background
Plougrescant is a commune in the Côtes-d'Armor department of Brittany in northwestern France.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
12ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
36300 →
Wikidata
Q847809 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
plougrescant.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRPGC
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
FR-22
Latitude
48.8500°
Longitude
-3.2333°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Plougrescant?

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The approach to Plougrescant is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is La Corne Lighthouse at 2.3 NM to the E. Other aids include Prévenan, Tréguier, and Pleubian Lighthouses (3.1 NM WSW), Port-la-Chaîne (4.1 NM E), Saint-Antoine (4.5 NM E), Lézardrieux (Trieux Estuary) Lighthouses (6.6 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 Plougrescant?

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The Port of Plougrescant 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 Plougrescant?

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You can track vessels near Plougrescant (FRPGC) 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 FRPGC on the live map.

Where is the Port of Plougrescant?

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The Port of Plougrescant is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRPGC — 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 FRPGC 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 Plougrescant?

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The Port of Plougrescant 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.