Cherbourg


Port information



Cherbourg
Cruise Terminal (c) Cotentin Unique | Thib's Prod et Jérome Houyvet

Cherbourg

Cherbourg is a deep water port that offers easy and safe access at any time of the year. Back in 1930’s, Cherbourg was one of the most important transatlantic ports in Europe. About 70 years, Cherbourg, gateway to Normandy, has become a prime cruise destination.

With first class service to the cruise ships, crew and passengers, the new Cherbourg cruise terminal provides a 600 meter long berth with a water depth of 13 m, 2500 m² on two levels for top class operation to passengers, and luggage handling with easy connection to bus and taxis and covered access to the ship via electric gangways.

Within a walking distance from the heart of the city, Cherbourg cruise terminal provides all modern port facilities and reliable services for either a tourist or turnaround destination.



Port attractions



  1.  Mont Saint Michel

    A step into the past through the medieval streets of the Marvel of the West
  2.  D Day Beaches

    Cherbourg is a homeport for the D Day beaches and sites. Land of memory
  3.  Parks and castles

    Castles owners open their doors to welcome cruise guests in their somptuous gardens for exclusive visitors.
  4.  Cap of La Hague

    Discover wild preserve heritage and do hikes and walks along side the coast.



Port views



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Port facts



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Nautical information

Max. Length For Berth, M:
1000
Max. Draught, M:
12
More Info Draught:
-
Max. Air Draught, M:
-
More Info Air Draught:
no restriction
No. Of Quays:
2
Quay Length Total, M:
700
Quay Depth, M:
13
Anchorage Available:
yes
Anchorage Compulsory:
no
Passenger Terminal:
yes
Pilotage Compulsary:
yes
Tugs Available:
yes
Bunkering:
on request
Tidal Movement/range, M:
6.7
Water:
yes
Ships Tenders Allowed:
yes
Garbage Disposal:
yes
Airport Distance, Km:
12
City Centre Distance, Km:
0.5

Sustainability

Are ships allowed burn HFO using:
On-shore power supply to cruise vessels:
LNG bunkering supply to cruise vessels:
Supplying alternative fuels:
Reception Facilities for Contaminated Ballast Water:
Reception Facilities for Waste Oils:
Passengers
Calls
Passengers by Source in 2022
Calls 2022


Onshore Power

Onshore Power
OPS (Onshore Power System)
Shore power within the next 5 years
Requirements
Defined Compatibility Assessment process for each berth and ship combination to IEC/IEEE 80005-1
Information/documentation from the ship for the port before the first connection
Additional requirements for first-time connectio/max. duration between connections before process reapplies
Connection Time
Connection time from all fast to full operational SSE (Shore Side Electricity)
Disconnection time
Uninterrupted power supply guaranteed by shore power provider whilst connected
Restrictions / Penalties / Insurance
Weather conditions/restrictions/other limitations for safe use of SSE
Penalties in case of failure to connect by the ship: weather/itinerary changes/technical issues
Insurance covering any potential damage caused by the SSE
Port Fees
Utility standard/usage fees in addition to kWh rate
Tax/duty fees applicable
Other fees related to shore power
Useful Information
Discounts/incentives linked to shore power usage
Berthing policy linked to shore power usage
Confirmation time of the vessel for planned shore power usage before ETA

Port contacts


Contact


BOUGON Julien
Rue du Diablotin Vigie de l'Onglet
50100 Cherbourg En Cotentin
France
+33 (0) 785 826 748






 



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