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Port of Barnkrug

DEBRK🇩🇪Germany

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About Port of Barnkrug

Also known as: Butzflether Kanal, Bützflether Kanal

Barnkrug is a small harbor located on the Elbe-Weser-Schifffahrtsweg canal in Lower Saxony, Germany. It serves as a canal port, with pilotage and tug assistance available.

Background
Barnkrug ist ein Ortsteil der Gemeinde Drochtersen im niedersächsischen Landkreis Stade.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-2m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
30785 →
GeoNames ID
2940485 →
Wikidata
Q19835223 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
DEBRK
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Latitude
53.6833°
Longitude
9.4667°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Barnkrug?

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The approach to Barnkrug is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pagensand Mitte Lighthouse at 2.1 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Steinburg District Lighthouses (2.7 NM NNE), Somfletherwisch (9.2 NM SE), Pinneberg District Lighthouses (10.4 NM SE), Lightship Elbe 1 (29.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Barnkrug on?

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The Port of Barnkrug is situated on the North Sea in DE. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Barnkrug?

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You can track vessels near Barnkrug (DEBRK) 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 DEBRK on the live map.

Where is the Port of Barnkrug?

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The Port of Barnkrug is a port in DE. Its UN/LOCODE is DEBRK — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE DEBRK mean?

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The first two characters, DE, are the ISO country code for DE. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Barnkrug?

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The Port of Barnkrug 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.