Port of Sarpsborg (NOSPG): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Sarpsborg (UN/LOCODE NOSPG) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. It sits at 59.2667° N, 11.1000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 4.9 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
Norway
UN/LOCODE
NOSPG
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
59.2667° N, 11.1000° 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
Cargo Pier Depth
4.9 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
7.9 m

Harbor Profile

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

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilUnknown / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Port of Sarpsborg (NOSPG)
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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 Sarpsborg

Where is Port of Sarpsborg located?

Port of Sarpsborg is a seaport located in Norway, on the Skagerrak. Its coordinates are 59.2667° N, 11.1000° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Sarpsborg?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Sarpsborg is NOSPG — country code NO, location code SPG.

How deep is Port of Sarpsborg?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Sarpsborg has a channel depth of about 4.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.

Does Port of Sarpsborg require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Sarpsborg.

What type of harbor is Port of Sarpsborg?

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

What cargo facilities does Port of Sarpsborg have?

Port of Sarpsborg is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Sarpsborg are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #23835), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →