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Port of Préfailles

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About Port of Préfailles

This small harbor is located on the Atlantic coast of France, in the Loire-Atlantique department. It serves as a local fishing port.

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Préfailles is a commune in the Loire-Atlantique department in western France.

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Elevation
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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3233424 →
Wikidata
Q1164859 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.prefailles.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRPI9
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
FR-44
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Biscay Bay
Latitude
47.1364°
Longitude
-2.2464°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Préfailles is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe Saint-Gildas Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Loire Estuary South Side Lighthouses (4 NM NE), Pierre Moine (5.1 NM SSE), Le Grand Charpentier (5.5 NM NNW), Pornic (5.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Préfailles on?

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The Port of Préfailles 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 Préfailles?

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You can track vessels near Préfailles (FRPI9) 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 FRPI9 on the live map.

Where is the Port of Préfailles?

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The Port of Préfailles is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRPI9 — 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 FRPI9 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 Préfailles?

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The Port of Préfailles 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.