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Port of ANKLAM

ANK🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of ANKLAM

This historic port is situated on the Peene River in northeastern Germany, near its mouth on the Szczecin Lagoon. It historically served as a trading center.

Background
Anklam, formerly known as Tanglim and Wendenburg, is a town in the Western Pomerania region of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in north-eastern Germany. It is situated on the banks of the Peene river, just 8 km from its mouth in the Kleines Haff, the western part of the Szczecin Lagoon. Anklam has a population of 12,177 (2021) and was the capital of the former Ostvorpommern district. Since September 2011, it has been part of the district of Vorpommern-Greifswald.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Baltic Sea
Latitude
53.8612°
Longitude
13.6929°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12233408 →
Wikidata
Q488513 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.anklam.de →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ANK
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Operations & Services

History

Established
1201

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of ANKLAM?+
The approach to ANKLAM is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rankwitz-Krienke Oberfeuer Lighthouse at 9.7 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Zinnowitz (15.5 NM NNE), Tonnenbank (18.8 NM N), Grabow Oberfeuer (24.3 NM NNW), GrabowUnterfeuer (24.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of ANKLAM?+
The Port of ANKLAM is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of ANKLAM?+
You can track vessels near ANKLAM (ANK) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for ANK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of ANKLAM?+
The Port of ANKLAM operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.