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Port of Strasbourg

FRSXB🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of Strasbourg

Also known as: Le Petit Rhin Riviere, Le Petit Rhin Rivière, Petit Rhin

Strasbourg is a major inland port on the Rhine River in France. It handles containers and general cargo, serving as a key multimodal transport hub. The port features container terminals with gantry cranes and accommodates general cargo, special craft, and tanker vessels.

Background
The Independent Port of Strasbourg is a port on the Rhine river, in the city of Strasbourg, France. Created in 1926, it is a public transport hub under the control of the French transport ministry. The port is the second biggest river port of France after Paris, and the third largest port on the Rhine after Rotterdam and Duisburg. There are two terminals for containers equipped with three multimodal gantry cranes. The port extends over 100 km (60 mi) and comprises the main port of Strasbourg as well as the ports of Lauterbourg, Beinheim and Marckolsheim, Seltz, Fort-Louis, Dalhunden, Drusenheim, Offendorf, Gerstheim and Rhinau.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
3.02m
Elevation
141m

Operations & Services

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Q112289684

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
FR-67
Area
Inland, Europe
Body of Water
Rhine
Latitude
48.5743°
Longitude
7.7753°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2987627 →
Wikidata
Q3398432 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.strasbourg.port.fr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Strasbourg?+
The controlling depth at Strasbourg is 3.02 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.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Strasbourg?+
The Port of Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg?+
You can track vessels near Strasbourg (FRSXB) 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 FRSXB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Strasbourg?+
The Port of Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg?+
STRASBOURG (UN/Locode: FRSXB), France is a seaport located at approximately 48.57433° N, 7.77532° E.
Where is the Port of Strasbourg located?+
Coordinates: 48.57433° N, 7.77532° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KEHL — UN/Locode: DEKEH — 48.59072° N, 7.82119° EBREISACH — UN/Locode: DEBSH — 48.03540° N, 7.58606° EBISSERT — UN/Locode: FRIRT — 48.93000° N, 7.03000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Strasbourg?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 3.02 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Strasbourg?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Strasbourg?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Strasbourg?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo, Special Craft and Tanker.