Port of Vestmannaeyjar (ISVES): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Vestmannaeyjar (UN/LOCODE ISVES) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Iceland, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 63.4333° N, 20.2833° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 5 m, an anchorage depth near 28 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage 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
- Small
- Harbor Use
- Cargo
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Iceland South Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Vestmannaeyjar
Where is Port of Vestmannaeyjar located?
Port of Vestmannaeyjar is a seaport located in Iceland, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 63.4333° N, 20.2833° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Vestmannaeyjar?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Vestmannaeyjar is ISVES — country code IS, location code VES.
How deep is Port of Vestmannaeyjar?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Vestmannaeyjar has a channel depth of about 5 m, an anchorage depth of about 28 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Vestmannaeyjar?
Port of Vestmannaeyjar reports a maximum draft of 7.5 m, a maximum length of 160 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Vestmannaeyjar require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Vestmannaeyjar.
What type of harbor is Port of Vestmannaeyjar?
Port of Vestmannaeyjar is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Vestmannaeyjar have?
Port of Vestmannaeyjar is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Vestmannaeyjar are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #510), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →