Le Havre


Port information



Le Havre
Le Havre cruise terminal (c) Enia Architectes

Le Havre

Delight your passengers with a unique experience in Le Havre, a leading French cruise destination entering a new era with the opening of its new terminal in 2026.

Facing the sea and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city blends modernity and heritage, supported by efficient port infrastructure for smooth, reliable operations. From Le Havre, guests can easily reach iconic sites: Étretat, Honfleur, the D-Day Beaches, Mont Saint-Michel and Paris. This rich mix of culture, nature and history offers an unforgettable immersion into the French art de vivre.

With cutting-edge facilities and a streamlined operational environment, Le Havre ensures optimal conditions for transit and turnaround calls—enhancing itineraries with a future-ready port now welcoming ships in newly opened state-of-the-art terminals.



Port attractions



  1.  Le Havre - UNESCO World Heritage

    In July 2005, UNESCO added Le Havre's city centre, rebuilt by the famous french architect Auguste Perret, to the World Heritage List. It is the first 20th century urban settlement in Europe to be added to the World Heritage List.
  2.  Le Havre - Birthplace of impressionism

    Le Havre is a city of Art and History: The Modern Art Museum André Malraux (MuMa) with the second largest collection of impressionist paintings after the Orsay Museum in Paris, the Historic show flat of the 50ties, the shipowner’s mansion, the Hanging gardens and lots more to discover.
  3.  "Un Ete au Havre" - A Summer in Le Havre

    Building on the success of the 2017 edition, from now on every year the city celebrates “A Summer in Le Havre” with new artworks all over the city, events and performances during Summer. Each year, some of the Artwork stays and becomes part of the city – the questions is which one will stay this year?
  4.  Etretat

    While its cliffs are among the most impressive natural sites in Europe, the artistic and historical heritage of this small maritime town will surprise you.
  5.  Le Havre - In the Heart of Normandy

    Normandy leaves the visitor with a wonderful choice: the stunning cliffs of Etretat or the long sandy beaches from Caen to Arromanches, 2nd World War history with the D-Day Landing beaches, the historical Rouen and the Calvados region and its regional specialities such as Cidre, Calvados and French cheese.
  6.  Le Havre - The gateway to Paris

    The Louvre with the famous ‘Mona Lisa’ - the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysée and all its iconic places - PARIS the city of love and fashion is one of the most popular excursions for cruise passengers calling at Le Havre.



Port views



LHENT
Jacques Basile
GIP Le Havre Croisières - Parmentier
GIP Le Havre Croisières - Stephan
Ludovic Maisant
LHENT
LHENT
Erik Levilly
VDH
Museum du Havre
LHENT
Dieter Basse
L.Belither
CMJN

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Port facts



Nautical information

Max. Length For Berth, M:
480
Max. Draught, M:
10.5
More Info Draught:
-
Max. Air Draught, M:
-
More Info Air Draught:
no restriction
No. Of Quays:
3
Quay Length Total, M:
600+484+400
Quay Depth, M:
11.5-10.5
Anchorage Available:
yes
Anchorage Compulsory:
no
Passenger Terminal:
yes
Pilotage Compulsary:
yes
Tugs Available:
yes
Bunkering:
yes
Tidal Movement/range, M:
11.5
Water:
yes
Ships Tenders Allowed:
yes
Garbage Disposal:
yes
Airport Distance, Km:
215
City Centre Distance, Km:
3

Sustainability

Are ships allowed burn HFO using:
✔ Closed loop
✔ Hybrid loop
✔ Compliant IMO Fuel
On-shore power supply to cruise vessels:
Yes
Implementation of Onshore Power System on the quay available
LNG bunkering supply to cruise vessels:
✔ Road tanker (truck) on the quay
Supplying alternative fuels:
Yes
Reception Facilities for Contaminated Ballast Water:
Reception Facilities for Waste Oils:
Passengers
Calls
Passengers by Source in 2024
Calls 2024


Onshore Power

Onshore Power
OPS (Onshore Power System)
Yes
OPS (Onshore Power System) - Comments
On quay Pierre Callet
Shore power within the next 5 years
Yes
Shore power within the next 5 years - Comments
On Roger Meunier quay: mid-2026 On Joannès Couvert quay: late 2026
Requirements
Defined Compatibility Assessment process for each berth and ship combination to IEC/IEEE 80005-1
Yes
Defined Compatibility Assessment process for each berth and ship combination to IEC/IEEE 80005-1 - Comments
Reference document provided by HAROPA PORT
Information/documentation from the ship for the port before the first connection
Yes
Information/documentation from the ship for the port before the first connection - Comments
- Shell door plan with:  Passenger doors,  Luggage and supplies doors  Shore power connections - Information on all possible over-hangs, (lifeboat, bridge wings etc) - Technical discussions between PIC HVSC and ship technical advisor for the preparation of the compatibility assessment
Additional requirements for first-time connectio/max. duration between connections before process reapplies
No
Additional requirements for first-time connection/max. duration between connections before process reapplies - Comments
In accordance with IEC/IEEE 80005-1 and IMO Interim Guidelines on OPS: -First Call procedure to be repeated if more than 1 year has elapsed between 2 connections. -Compatibility assessment procedure to be repeated if OPS modifications have been made on the ship or quay side.
Connection Time
Connection time from all fast to full operational SSE (Shore Side Electricity)
30-60 minutes
Connection time from all fast to full operational SSE (Shore Side Electricity) - Comments
30 to 60 minutes from the moment the ship's PIC places the padlock on the HVSC’s circuit breaker to the quay.
Disconnection time
30-60 minutes
Uninterrupted power supply guaranteed by shore power provider whilst connected
No
Uninterrupted power supply guaranteed by shore power provider whilst connected - Comments
The shore power supplier undertakes to do everything possible to prevent or limit as much as possible any disruption to the shore power supply.
Restrictions / Penalties / Insurance
Weather conditions/restrictions/other limitations for safe use of SSE
Yes
Weather conditions/restrictions/other limitations for safe use of SSE - Comments
Stipulated in the General Terms and Conditions of Use
Penalties in case of failure to connect by the ship: weather/itinerary changes/technical issues
On request
Penalties in case of failure to connect by the ship: weather/itinerary changes/technical issues - Comments
Late cancelation of order for shore connection without valid reason
Insurance covering any potential damage caused by the SSE
Yes
Insurance covering any potential damage caused by the SSE - Comments
Stipulated in the General Terms and Conditions of Use
Port Fees
Current cost per kWh
Yes
Pricing model
Until 2027, the electricity supply service is billed per kWh consumed and includes: - delivery of equipment and provision of electrical connection sockets at the ship's connection hatch, - supply of electricity,
Costs associated with the Compatibility Assessment/Testing process
No
Utility standard/usage fees in addition to kWh rate
No
Other fees related to shore power
Yes
Other fees related to shore power - Comments
Late order for shore connection late cancellation
Useful Information
Discounts/incentives linked to shore power usage
No
Berthing policy linked to shore power usage
No
Confirmation time of the vessel for planned shore power usage before ETA
2 weeks

Port contacts


Contact


GIP Le Havre Croisières
Valerie Conan, Director Marketing Department
19 rue Georges Braque
76600 Le Havre
France
+33 607 132 919






 



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