Germany

Port of Cuxhaven (DE CUX)

Germany
Port of Cuxhaven, Germany © A.Savin · FAL
Port information
UN/LOCODE DE CUX
Coordinates 53.8667, 8.7167 (53°52′N 8°43′E)
Region DE-NI
Nearest city Cuxhaven
Body of water North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type River basin
Shelter Good
Tidal range 3 m
Channel depth 14 m
Anchorage depth 3.4 m
Cargo pier depth 6.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Moderate
Marine railway (slipway) Large
Medical facilities Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 14.51

Cuxhaven operates as a working harbor in Germany, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as River basin sets the scale of operations at Cuxhaven. Draft at the approach to Cuxhaven is constrained by a 14.0 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Cuxhaven located?
Cuxhaven is a seaport in Germany.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Cuxhaven?
The UN/LOCODE for Cuxhaven is DE CUX.
What is the channel depth at Cuxhaven?
The channel depth at Cuxhaven is 14 m.
Nearby ports
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