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Port of Basse-Terre

GPBBR🇬🇵Guadeloupe

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About Port of Basse-Terre

Also known as: Canal Lepelletier

This port serves as the administrative center for Guadeloupe. It handles general cargo and is visited by various vessel types. Located on Basse-Terre Island in the Lesser Antilles, it is a sheltered harbor.

Background
Basse-Terre is a commune in the French overseas department of Guadeloupe, in the Lesser Antilles. It is also the prefecture of Guadeloupe. The city of Basse-Terre is located on Basse-Terre Island, the western half of Guadeloupe.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
88m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

History

Established
1643

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GPBBR
Country
🇬🇵Guadeloupe
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
15.9970°
Longitude
-61.7340°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11460 →
GeoNames ID
11546172 →
Wikidata
Q167024 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
ville-basseterre.fr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Basse-Terre?

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The approach to Basse-Terre is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Vieux-Fort Lighthouse at 3.3 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Trois-Rivières (5.4 NM ESE), Pointe De La Barque (5.5 NM NNW), Anse À La Barque (6.3 NM NNW), Bourg Des Saintes (11.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Basse-Terre on?

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The Port of Basse-Terre is situated on the Caribbean Sea in GP. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Basse-Terre?

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You can track vessels near Basse-Terre (GPBBR) 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 GPBBR on the live map.

Where is the Port of Basse-Terre?

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The Port of Basse-Terre is a port in GP. Its UN/LOCODE is GPBBR — 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 GPBBR mean?

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The first two characters, GP, are the ISO country code for GP. 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 Basse-Terre?

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The Port of Basse-Terre operates in the UTC-4 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.