CROSS Gris-Nez
Last verified:
Free call, answered 24/7.
Area
Waters of France, approximately. See it on the rescue map →
Source
mer.gouv.fr · authority’s own page · checked 2026-10-10
mer.gouv.fr/comment-alerter-les-secours-en-mer (checked 2026-10-10) — “Le 196 est l’unique numéro de téléphone pour joindre le CROSS en cas d’urgence.”; mer.gouv.fr/surveillance-et-sauvetage-en-mer: “appelez le 196 ou le 112”
Frequently asked
What is the phone number of CROSS Gris-Nez?
Call CROSS Gris-Nez on 196. Local short number: 112.
What is the radio call sign of CROSS Gris-Nez?
“CROSS Gris-Nez”. Distress calls go on VHF channel 16 (MAYDAY) or as a DSC distress alert on channel 70.
Which waters does CROSS Gris-Nez cover?
The waters of France drawn on the VesselSOS rescue map (approximate). The VesselSOS app picks the responsible centre from your GPS position.
Neighbouring rescue centres
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