Germany

Port of Hamburg (DE HAM)

Germany
Port of Hamburg, Germany © Carsten Steger · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE DE HAM
Coordinates 53.5500, 9.9333 (53°33′N 9°56′E)
Region DE-HH
Nearest city Hamburg
Body of water North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Canal or lake
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 3 m
Channel depth 9.4 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
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
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #239
  • 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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