Port

Port du Niel

4.2Hyères, FranceVar
Maximum length
12 m
VHF channel
9
Maximum draught
3.5 m

Small harbour of 106 berths on the east side of the Giens peninsula, in the commune of Hyères, Var.

Guide

Approach and anchoring

Approach from the Rade d'Hyères with the Giens peninsula to port. The entrance faces east and is sheltered from the mistral by the peninsula. Exposed to easterly winds which can make entry awkward. Maximum draught 3.5 m. VHF 9.

Practical

106 berths, mostly for local boats with limited visitor capacity. Water on the quay. La Madrague de Giens lies 0.8 NM to the west and Port Auguier 1 NM to the southeast.

Ashore

Coastal path of the Giens peninsula passes directly above the harbour, linking the salt pans of Les Pesquiers to the north and the cliffs of the Badine to the south. Beach of La Badine at 1.2 km. Departure for the Porquerolles ferry at La Tour Fondue, 1.5 km by road.

Key facts

Type
Harbour
Coordinates
43.03542, 6.12739 (43°2.13'N 6°7.64'E)
Town
Hyères
Country
France
Maximum draught
3.5 m
Maximum length
12 m
VHF channel
9
Boaters' rating
4.2/5
Updated
July 7, 2026

Getting there

Port du Niel lies at 43°2.13'N 6°7.64'E, that is 43.03542, 6.12739 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 9 before entering.

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Frequently asked questions

What boat length does Port du Niel accept?

Port du Niel accepts boats up to 12 m.

Which VHF channel for Port du Niel?

Port du Niel answers on VHF channel 9.

How do boaters rate Port du Niel?

Port du Niel is rated 4.2/5 by boaters on BoatMap.

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