Port of Kobenhavn (DKCPH): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Kobenhavn (UN/LOCODE DKCPH) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Denmark, on the Baltic Sea. It sits at 55.7000° N, 12.6167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container facilities.

Country
Denmark
UN/LOCODE
DKCPH
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
55.7000° N, 12.6167° 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
7.9 m
Cargo Pier Depth
6.4 m
Max Vessel Length
339.8 m
Oil Terminal Depth
4.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Large
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
Baltic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Sjaelland

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionYes
WharvesRo-RoSolid BulkLiquid BulkContainerBreakbulk

Route Calculator & Transit Estimator

Port of Kobenhavn (DKCPH)
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Distance
2 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Kobenhavn

Where is Port of Kobenhavn located?

Port of Kobenhavn is a seaport located in Denmark, on the Baltic Sea. Its coordinates are 55.7000° N, 12.6167° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Kobenhavn?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Kobenhavn is DKCPH — country code DK, location code CPH.

How deep is Port of Kobenhavn?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Kobenhavn has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.

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

Port of Kobenhavn reports a maximum length of 339.8 m, a maximum beam of 45 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Kobenhavn require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Kobenhavn.

What type of harbor is Port of Kobenhavn?

Port of Kobenhavn is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Kobenhavn have?

Port of Kobenhavn is recorded as offering wharves, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Kobenhavn are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #29230), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →