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Port of Sète

FRSET🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of Sète

Also known as: Sete Ferry Port, Sete Port

This French port handles a variety of cargo including bulk, container, and general cargo, serving vessel types from fishing boats to tankers. It is equipped with mobile cranes and offers wharf and anchorage loading/offloading services.

Background
Sète, also historically spelled Cette and Sette, is a resort town and commune in the Hérault department, in the region of Occitania, southern France. Its inhabitants are called Sétois (male) and Sétoises (female) in French, "Setòris" and "Setòria" in Occitan.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
13.18m
Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38750 →
GeoNames ID
2974730 →
Wikidata
Q191141 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.sete.fr →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRSET
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
FR-34
Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
43.4036°
Longitude
3.7088°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Sète?+
The controlling depth at Sète is 13.18 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sète?+
The approach to Sète is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sète Nouvelle Digue Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Frontignan Digue Est (1 NM ESE), Canal de Sète Entrance East Side (1.1 NM NW), Canal de Sète Entrance West Side (1.1 NM NW), Pointe du Barrou (1.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sète?+
The Port of Sète 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 Sète?+
You can track vessels near Sète (FRSET) 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 FRSET on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sète?+
The Port of Sète 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.
What is the Port of Sète?+
SETE (UN/Locode: FRSET), France is a seaport located at approximately 43.40362° N, 3.70877° E.
Where is the Port of Sète located?+
Coordinates: 43.40362° N, 3.70877° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MUS — UN/Locode: FRUSJ — 43.73000° N, 4.20000° EPORT LA NOUVELLE — UN/Locode: FRNOU — 43.01955° N, 3.05205° EFOS SUR MER — UN/Locode: FRFOS — 43.42290° N, 4.86513° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Sète?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 14m - 15.2m; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m; cargo pier depth 12.5m - 13.7m; oil terminal depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 13.18 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Sète?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Sète?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Sète?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Fishing, General Cargo, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.