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Port of Bützfleth

DEBUZ🇩🇪DE

Port Location

About Port of Bützfleth

The Port of Bützfleth (DEBUZ) is a maritime port facility located in DE.. Local time zone: UTC+1.

Position: 53.6510°N, 9.5040°E. UN/LOCODE: DEBUZ.

Geographic context: The Port of Bützfleth is situated on the Baltic Sea, within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

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General Information

Port Name
Bützfleth
Country
🇩🇪DE
UNLOCODE
DEBUZ
Time Zone
UTC+1
Latitude
53.6510°
Longitude
9.5040°

Navigation Aids Near Bützfleth

Pagensand Mitte Lighthouse

3.9 NMN

Steinburg District Lighthouses Lighthouse

4.6 NMN

Somfletherwisch Lighthouse

Range: 11 NM

6.9 NMSE

Pinneberg District Lighthouses Lighthouse

8.1 NMSE

Lightship Elbe 1 Lighthouse

31.1 NMWNW

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bützfleth?+
The approach to Bützfleth is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pagensand Mitte Lighthouse at 3.9 NM to the N. Other aids include Steinburg District Lighthouses (4.6 NM N), Somfletherwisch (6.9 NM SE), Pinneberg District Lighthouses (8.1 NM SE), Lightship Elbe 1 (31.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Bützfleth?+
The Port of Bützfleth 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 Bützfleth?+
You can track vessels near Bützfleth (DEBUZ) 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 DEBUZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bützfleth?+
The Port of Bützfleth 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.