Anchorage

Ecluse de Bourg-les-Valence

3.1France
Shelter
NE, E, SE
Seabed
rock
Anchoring
Forbidden

Prohibited anchoring zone on the Rhône between Valence and La Roche-de-Glun in the Drôme.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Anchoring is forbidden here. The reference is given for avoidance only. Rock bottom and exposure from NE, E and SE would make it a poor choice even without the prohibition.

Practical

Nearest berths are Port de Valence l'Épervière 3.1 nm S on the derivation canal and the La Roche-de-Glun pontoon 3.2 nm N.

Key facts

Type
Anchorage
Coordinates
44.96574, 4.86860 (44°57.94'N 4°52.12'E)
Country
France
Shelter
Sheltered from north-east, east, south-east winds
Seabed
rock
Anchoring
Forbidden
Boaters' rating
3.1/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Ecluse de Bourg-les-Valence lies at 44°57.94'N 4°52.12'E, that is 44.96574, 4.86860 in decimal degrees.

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Frequently asked questions

Which winds is Ecluse de Bourg-les-Valence sheltered from?

Ecluse de Bourg-les-Valence is sheltered from north-east, east, south-east winds.

Can you anchor at Ecluse de Bourg-les-Valence?

No, anchoring is forbidden at Ecluse de Bourg-les-Valence.

How do boaters rate Ecluse de Bourg-les-Valence?

Ecluse de Bourg-les-Valence is rated 3.1/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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