Marinas in Hauts-de-France

The port of Calais is linked to the European river network by a lock in the Carnot basin. The pleasure basin (western basin) is a floating basin equipped with a lock accessible 2 hours before PM and up to 3 hours after, at a fixed time. Opening time October 1 to April 14: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. April 15 to June 14: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. June 15 to August 31 : 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. September 1 to 30 : 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. * Times provided for information only and can be adjusted according to the opening hours of the bridge.

The Dunkirk - Bassin du Commerce marina is located in the North. It has a capacity of 140 boats on pontoons. The port of Dunkirk - Bassin du Commerce has a visitors area for your stopovers with 6 places available. The port is reserved for boats under 13 m. Please note, the maximum draft is 4 m.

The Marina of the Port of Etaples sur mer In a natural and unspoiled environment, five minutes from Le Touquet, Etaples is an atypical marina whose charm attracts lovers of light sailing, in love with another environment. In addition, a stone's throw from the city center, it allows boaters to benefit from shops and places of interest (museums, markets, shops, etc.). In the Canche estuary, the Etaples marina has strengthened its infrastructure. Its capacity is now 200 rings, 14 of which are reserved for visitors. - Surveillance is provided in the event of a storm - Water and electricity (220V / 6A, European system) on the pontoons - Roulev 130 tons and bridge of 7 tons - Fairing area - Boat descent for boats - Sanitary facilities the port captain's office - Showers at the nearby tourist office - Daily weather report published in the harbor master's office - Shipyards and ship dealers - Sale of ice cream at the fishmonger - If requested, the port captain can help you access or leave the port during business hours. by day (call on VHF channel n ° 9).

Saint Valery sur Somme is found just upriver of the Somme estuary, where a large Natural Reserve is home to France’s largest seal colony. The marina provides berthing for boats up to 16m length and 2m draft, with 30 visitor places. There is also a canal pontoon beyond the sea-lock gates.

Gravelines is located halfway between Dunkirk and Calais and keeps its ancient fortifications from its past, with the enhancement of its military heritage very well restored. This fortified military heritage is now used intelligently, like the Museum of Etchings and Engravings, installed in the old former power magazine. Its marina harbour is composed by the three sites, grouping 430 berths. The first site is the "Bassin Vauban" anchored at the foot of the old fortified site with 200 berths including 25 visitors berths, the second site located at the "Quai des Islandais" with 152 beths and at the site "Anse des Espagnols" located next the the seaside with 78 berths. The access conditions of the departmental harbour of Gravelines and Grand-Fort-Philippe are included in the official sailing instructions.

The marina of Dunkirk - Bassin de la Marine is located in the North. It has a capacity of 170 boats on pontoons. The port of Dunkirk - Bassin de la Marine has a visitors' area for your stopovers with 10 places available. The port is reserved for boats under 13 m. Please note, the maximum draft is 4 m. Inner port located in the immediate vicinity of the Marine Pole (complex of cinemas, restaurants, shops, etc.) with access to the river network via the lock of the dock

Valescaut, marina in Valenciennes Crossed by the Escaut Canal, Valenciennes is ideally located at the heart of the waterways of the Hauts-de-France Region and Belgium. The city still displays some ancient monuments, small streets and lively squares with numerous bars and restaurants. Walks or bike rides give the opportunity to discover the surroundings and particularly the mining heritage of the region registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The marina lies a short walk away from the city centre. With its 58 berths, 13 of which are dedicated to passing boats, it offers modern and secure infrastructures and is certified by the “eco-port” label. Many services are provided in a friendly setting.