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Port of Frossay

FRRS4🇫🇷France

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About Port of Frossay

Frossay is a canal port located in western France. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving along the Loire River.

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

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Region

Subdivision
FR-44
Latitude
47.2500°
Longitude
-1.9333°

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRRS4
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2995692 →
Wikidata
Q730397 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.frossay.fr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Frossay is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Loire Estuary North Side Lighthouse Lighthouse at 3 NM to the NW. Other aids include Paimboeuf (4.7 NM WNW), Loire Estuary South Side Lighthouses (10.5 NM WSW), Méan (10.8 NM WNW), Pornic (11.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Frossay on?

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The Port of Frossay 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 Frossay?

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You can track vessels near Frossay (FRRS4) 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 FRRS4 on the live map.

Where is the Port of Frossay?

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The Port of Frossay is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRRS4 — 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 FRRS4 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 Frossay?

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The Port of Frossay 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.