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Port of LE POULIGUEN

FRPL4🇫🇷France

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About Port of LE POULIGUEN

This harbor is located on the Atlantic coast of France. It serves as a small port, primarily handling leisure craft and fishing vessels.

Background
Le Pouliguen is a commune of western France, located in the Loire-Atlantique department, Pays de la Loire. Le Pouliguen is situated between La Baule-Escoublac and Batz-sur-Mer.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11073033 →
Wikidata
Q1165029 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.lepouliguen.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRPL4
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Biscay Bay
Body of Water
Q105546892
Latitude
47.2793°
Longitude
-2.4257°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of LE POULIGUEN?

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The approach to LE POULIGUEN is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Le Pouliguen Jetée Sud Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the S. Other aids include Pornichet (3.2 NM ESE), Le Croisic (4.3 NM WNW), La Turballe (5.4 NM NW), Le Grand Charpentier (5.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of LE POULIGUEN on?

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The Port of LE POULIGUEN 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 LE POULIGUEN?

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You can track vessels near LE POULIGUEN (FRPL4) 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 FRPL4 on the live map.

Where is the Port of LE POULIGUEN?

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The Port of LE POULIGUEN is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRPL4 — 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 FRPL4 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 LE POULIGUEN?

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The Port of LE POULIGUEN 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.