Port of Bergen (NOBGO): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Bergen (UN/LOCODE NOBGO) is a medium coastal (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the North Sea. It sits at 60.4028° N, 5.2986° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk facilities.

Country
Norway
UN/LOCODE
NOBGO
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
60.4028° N, 5.2986° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
23.2 m
Anchorage Depth
7.9 m
Cargo Pier Depth
11 m
Max Vessel Draft
12 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
6.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Norway

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockMajor / Medium
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorageRo-RoSolid BulkLiquid BulkContainerBreakbulkLNG Terminal

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Port of Bergen (NOBGO)
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Distance
5 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Bergen

Where is Port of Bergen located?

Port of Bergen is a seaport located in Norway, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 60.4028° N, 5.2986° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bergen?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bergen is NOBGO — country code NO, location code BGO.

How deep is Port of Bergen?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bergen has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Bergen?

Port of Bergen reports a maximum draft of 12 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Bergen require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bergen.

What type of harbor is Port of Bergen?

Port of Bergen is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Bergen have?

Port of Bergen is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk, lng terminal facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Bergen are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23160), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →