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Port of Le Gosier

GPGOS🇬🇵Guadeloupe

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About Port of Le Gosier

Also known as: La Fleur d'Epee Anchorage, La Fleur d'Epée Anchorage, Mouillage de Fleur d'Epee, Mouillage de Fleur d'Épée

Le Gosier is an anchorage located on the south side of Grande-Terre island in Guadeloupe. It offers good shelter and requires compulsory pilotage.

Background
Le Gosier is a commune in the French overseas region and department of Guadeloupe, in the Lesser Antilles. It is located on the south side of the island of Grande-Terre and part of the urban unit of Pointe-à-Pitre-Les Abymes, the largest conurbation in Guadeloupe.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11450 →
GeoNames ID
3579337 →
Wikidata
Q918874 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.villedugosier.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GPGOS
Country
🇬🇵Guadeloupe
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
16.2033°
Longitude
-61.4995°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Le Gosier?

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The approach to Le Gosier is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Le Moule Lighthouse at 11.9 NM to the NE. Other aids include Le Moule (12 NM NE), Trois-Rivières (16.3 NM SSW), Pointe De La Barque (17 NM WSW), Anse À La Barque (17.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Le Gosier on?

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The Port of Le Gosier 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 Le Gosier?

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You can track vessels near Le Gosier (GPGOS) 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 GPGOS on the live map.

Where is the Port of Le Gosier?

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The Port of Le Gosier is a port in GP. Its UN/LOCODE is GPGOS — 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 GPGOS 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 Le Gosier?

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The Port of Le Gosier 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.