- Maximum length
- 6.6 m
- VHF channel
- 9
- Maximum draught
- 0.6 m
Small port on the east side of the Hyères salt pans, commune of Hyères, Var.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
Shallow approach from the Rade d'Hyères across Les Salins. Max draught 0.6 m at the entrance, suitable only for shoal-draught craft, small motorboats and tenders. VHF 9.
Practical
Fuel station on site. Port du Gapeau lies 0.5 nm SW and Port de Porquerolles ferries depart from the nearby Tour Fondue. Grocery and bakery in Les Salins village within walking distance.
Ashore
Salins d'Hyères nature site at the back of the port, part of the Conservatoire du littoral land, known for flamingos and migratory birds. Plage des Salins runs south of the port for about 2 km of sand.
Key facts
- Type
- Harbour
- Coordinates
- 43.11570, 6.20134 (43°6.94'N 6°12.08'E)
- Country
- France
- Maximum draught
- 0.6 m
- Maximum length
- 7 m
- VHF channel
- 9
- Phone
- +33647693714
- Boaters' rating
- 2.2/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Port Pothuau lies at 43°6.94'N 6°12.08'E, that is 43.11570, 6.20134 in decimal degrees. Call the harbour on VHF channel 9 before entering.
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What boat length does Port Pothuau accept?
Port Pothuau accepts boats up to 7 m.
Which VHF channel for Port Pothuau?
Port Pothuau answers on VHF channel 9.
How do boaters rate Port Pothuau?
Port Pothuau is rated 2.2/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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