Marina Basin and Commerce Basin

The bassins de la Marine and du Commerce, the marina of Dunkirk

In the heart of Dunkirk, you cross part of the marina with, on one side, the bassin de la Marine and, on the other, the bassin du Commerce. These two docks form a lively maritime setting right in the centre. The Dunkirk audio-guided tour stops here to discover the world of pleasure boating, in the heart of a city turned towards the sea.

Two docks in the heart of the city

The bassin du Commerce offers numerous moorings along the quai de la Citadelle, while the neighbouring bassin de la Marine also offers many berths, at the gates of the station and the Pôle Marine. Together, these docks make Dunkirk a destination prized by boaters, in an urban setting where the sea and the city meet.

What to see

Here you enjoy the spectacle of the moored sailboats and boats, the lively quays and the views of the downtown. The nearby Pôle Marine offers shops and restaurants facing the water. It is a pleasant stop to stroll along the docks and feel the maritime identity of Dunkirk, between port tradition and waterside way of life.

Practical information

The bassins de la Marine and du Commerce lie right in the centre of Dunkirk, near the station and the Pôle Marine, reachable on foot. The quays are freely accessible for strolling; the shops and services of the marina have their own hours. On the level along the water, the area is easy to access.

What are the bassin de la Marine and the bassin du Commerce?

They are two docks of the Dunkirk marina, right in the centre, offering numerous moorings, near the station and the Pôle Marine.

What is there to do around the Dunkirk docks?

Stroll along the quays, admire the sailboats and enjoy the shops and restaurants of the Pôle Marine, facing the water, in the heart of the marina.