Port of Halden (NOHAL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Halden (UN/LOCODE NOHAL) is a small river (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. It sits at 59.1167° N, 11.3833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, solid bulk, container, breakbulk 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 (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Skagerrak; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Norway
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Halden
Where is Port of Halden located?
Port of Halden is a seaport located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. Its coordinates are 59.1167° N, 11.3833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Halden?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Halden is NOHAL — country code NO, location code HAL.
How deep is Port of Halden?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Halden has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Halden?
Port of Halden reports a maximum draft of 7 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Halden require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Halden.
What type of harbor is Port of Halden?
Port of Halden is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Halden have?
Port of Halden is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, solid bulk, container, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Halden are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23850), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →