Port of Larvik (NOLAR): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Larvik (UN/LOCODE NOLAR) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. It sits at 59.0381° N, 10.0311° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, container facilities.

Country
Norway
UN/LOCODE
NOLAR
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
59.0381° N, 10.0311° 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
23.2 m
Anchorage Depth
9.4 m
Cargo Pier Depth
4.9 m
Max Vessel Draft
10 m
Max Vessel Length
250 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
9.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
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 DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorageRo-RoSolid BulkContainerBreakbulk

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Port of Larvik (NOLAR)
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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 Larvik

Where is Port of Larvik located?

Port of Larvik is a seaport located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. Its coordinates are 59.0381° N, 10.0311° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Larvik?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Larvik is NOLAR — country code NO, location code LAR.

How deep is Port of Larvik?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Larvik has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.

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

Port of Larvik reports a maximum draft of 10 m, a maximum length of 250 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Larvik require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Larvik.

What type of harbor is Port of Larvik?

Port of Larvik is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Larvik have?

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

About this data

Specifications for Port of Larvik are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23700), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →