Port of Esbjerg (DKEBJ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Esbjerg (UN/LOCODE DKEBJ) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Denmark, on the North Sea. It sits at 55.4667° N, 8.4500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Jylland
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Esbjerg
Where is Port of Esbjerg located?
Port of Esbjerg is a seaport located in Denmark, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 55.4667° N, 8.4500° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Esbjerg?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Esbjerg is DKEBJ — country code DK, location code EBJ.
How deep is Port of Esbjerg?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Esbjerg has a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Esbjerg?
Port of Esbjerg reports a maximum beam of 42 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Esbjerg require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Esbjerg.
What type of harbor is Port of Esbjerg?
Port of Esbjerg is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Esbjerg have?
Port of Esbjerg is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Esbjerg are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #30640), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →