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LorientFR LRT

🇫🇷FranceMediumRiver (Natural)Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean

Lorient (FR LRT)

France · UNLOCODE: FR LRT · Medium · River (Natural) · Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean · Tiefe: 7.9 m

UNLOCODEFR LRT

CountryFrance

Water BodyBay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean

SizeMedium

TypeRiver (Natural)

Channel Depth7.9 m

Lat47.7500

Lng-3.3500

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Last updated: 2 February 2026

About This Seaport

Lorient serves as a vital maritime hub in France, playing a significant role in freight and container shipping. Its strategic location on the Bay of Biscay provides access to essential international shipping routes across the North Atlantic. The port is equipped with a modern container terminal, featuring advanced cargo handling capabilities that ensure efficient operations. Lorient also boasts excellent hinterland connections, utilizing both road and rail networks to facilitate prompt distribution of goods to inland markets. This combination of its natural river harbor and its importance in global trade makes Lorient an essential component of the European logistics landscape.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Lorient?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Lorient is FR LRT. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Lorient located?▼

The port of Lorient is located in France (Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Lorient?▼

Lorient is a Medium harbor of type River (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Lorient?▼

The channel depth of Lorient is 7.9 meters.

Location & Weather

47.75000, -3.35000

Channel depth: 7.9 m

Transit time routes from Lorient

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