Port of Risor (NORIS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Risor (UN/LOCODE NORIS) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. It sits at 58.7219° N, 9.2453° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Very 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 Risor
Where is Port of Risor located?
Port of Risor is a seaport located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. Its coordinates are 58.7219° N, 9.2453° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Risor?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Risor is NORIS — country code NO, location code RIS.
How deep is Port of Risor?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Risor has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Risor?
Port of Risor reports a maximum draft of 8.5 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Risor require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Risor.
What type of harbor is Port of Risor?
Port of Risor is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Risor have?
Port of Risor is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Risor are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23630), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →