Port of Wilhelmshaven (DEWVN): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Wilhelmshaven (UN/LOCODE DEWVN) is a small coastal (tide gates) harbor located in Germany, on the North Sea. It sits at 53.5333° N, 8.1667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 20.1 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. 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 (Tide Gates)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Germany
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Wilhelmshaven
Where is Port of Wilhelmshaven located?
Port of Wilhelmshaven is a seaport located in Germany, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 53.5333° N, 8.1667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Wilhelmshaven?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Wilhelmshaven is DEWVN — country code DE, location code WVN.
How deep is Port of Wilhelmshaven?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Wilhelmshaven has a channel depth of about 20.1 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
Does Port of Wilhelmshaven require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Wilhelmshaven.
What type of harbor is Port of Wilhelmshaven?
Port of Wilhelmshaven is classified as a coastal (tide gates) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Wilhelmshaven have?
Port of Wilhelmshaven is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Wilhelmshaven are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #30910), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →