Germany

Port of Hamburg (DE HAM)

UN/LOCODE
DE HAM
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
9.4 m
Nearest city
Hamburg
Body of water
North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Germany
Port of Hamburg, Germany © Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
Region
DE-HH
Coordinates
53.5500, 9.9333 (53°33′N 9°56′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Canal or lake
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
3 m
Cargo pier depth
6.4 m
Oil terminal depth
3.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Large Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by ice: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#239
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #239
690.06
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 690.06

Hamburg is a seaport on the coast of Germany, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Canal or lake layout. The channel depth runs to 9.4 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Hamburg located?
Hamburg is a seaport in Germany.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Hamburg?
The UN/LOCODE for Hamburg is DE HAM.
What is the channel depth at Hamburg?
The channel depth at Hamburg is 9.4 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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