Germany

Port of Wilhelmshaven (DE WVN)

Germany
Port information
UN/LOCODE DE WVN
Coordinates 53.5333, 8.1667 (53°32′N 8°10′E)
Region DE-NI
Nearest city Wilhelmshaven
Body of water North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type Coastal, tide gates
Shelter Good
Tidal range 4 m
Channel depth 20.1 m
Anchorage depth 11 m
Cargo pier depth 11 m
Oil terminal depth 6.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Dry dock Small
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #216
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 214.08

Wilhelmshaven is a seaport on the coast of Germany, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a Coastal, tide gates layout. The channel depth runs to 20.1 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Wilhelmshaven located?
Wilhelmshaven is a seaport in Germany.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Wilhelmshaven?
The UN/LOCODE for Wilhelmshaven is DE WVN.
What is the channel depth at Wilhelmshaven?
The channel depth at Wilhelmshaven is 20.1 m.
Nearby ports
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