Port of Solvesborg (SESOL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Solvesborg (UN/LOCODE SESOL) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Sweden, on the Baltic Sea. It sits at 56.0456° N, 14.5864° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 6.4 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk facilities.

Country
Sweden
UN/LOCODE
SESOL
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
56.0456° N, 14.5864° 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
6.4 m
Anchorage Depth
6.4 m
Cargo Pier Depth
6.4 m
Max Vessel Draft
7.1 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
6.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
Baltic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Sweden

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockModerate / Small
Ice RestrictionYes
WharvesAnchorageRo-RoSolid BulkLiquid BulkBreakbulk

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Port of Solvesborg (SESOL)
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Distance
11 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Solvesborg

Where is Port of Solvesborg located?

Port of Solvesborg is a seaport located in Sweden, on the Baltic Sea. Its coordinates are 56.0456° N, 14.5864° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Solvesborg?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Solvesborg is SESOL — country code SE, location code SOL.

How deep is Port of Solvesborg?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Solvesborg has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 6.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.

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

Port of Solvesborg reports a maximum draft of 7.1 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Solvesborg require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Solvesborg.

What type of harbor is Port of Solvesborg?

Port of Solvesborg is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Solvesborg have?

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

About this data

Specifications for Port of Solvesborg are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #24310), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →