Port of Bremerhaven (DEBRV): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Bremerhaven (UN/LOCODE DEBRV) is a large river (tide gates) harbor located in Germany, on the North Sea. It sits at 53.5333° N, 8.5833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- River (Tide Gates)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Germany
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Bremerhaven
Where is Port of Bremerhaven located?
Port of Bremerhaven is a seaport located in Germany, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 53.5333° N, 8.5833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bremerhaven?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bremerhaven is DEBRV — country code DE, location code BRV.
How deep is Port of Bremerhaven?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bremerhaven has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
Does Port of Bremerhaven require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bremerhaven.
What type of harbor is Port of Bremerhaven?
Port of Bremerhaven is classified as a river (tide gates) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Bremerhaven have?
Port of Bremerhaven is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Bremerhaven are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #30810), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →