Port of Fredrikstad (NOFRK): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Fredrikstad (UN/LOCODE NOFRK) is a small river (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. It sits at 59.1792° N, 10.9528° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 3.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.

Country
Norway
UN/LOCODE
NOFRK
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
59.1792° N, 10.9528° 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
4.9 m
Anchorage Depth
7.9 m
Cargo Pier Depth
3.4 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
6.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Skagerrak; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Norway

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockModerate / Medium
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorage

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Port of Fredrikstad (NOFRK)
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Distance
7 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Fredrikstad

Where is Port of Fredrikstad located?

Port of Fredrikstad is a seaport located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. Its coordinates are 59.1792° N, 10.9528° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Fredrikstad?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Fredrikstad is NOFRK — country code NO, location code FRK.

How deep is Port of Fredrikstad?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Fredrikstad has a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 3.4 m.

Does Port of Fredrikstad require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Fredrikstad.

What type of harbor is Port of Fredrikstad?

Port of Fredrikstad is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Fredrikstad have?

Port of Fredrikstad is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Fredrikstad are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23840), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →