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Port of Carolinensiel

DECAR🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Carolinensiel

Carolinensiel is a harbor located on the North Sea coast of Germany. It serves as a small port, primarily handling local fishing and leisure craft.

Background
Carolinensiel ist ein Stadtteil von Wittmund im gleichnamigen Landkreis in Niedersachsen. Namensgeberin des 1730 gegründeten Sielortes und Fischerdorfes war die Gemahlin Sophie Caroline des Ortsgründers Georg Albrecht von Ostfriesland.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
8335497 →
Wikidata
Q152443 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
DECAR
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Body of Water
North Sea
Latitude
53.6919°
Longitude
7.8025°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Carolinensiel?+
The approach to Carolinensiel is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Neuer Vorhafen East Mole Lighthouse at 16 NM to the SE. Other aids include Butjadingen West Coast Lighthouses (17.4 NM ESE), Jade Basin Lighthouses (18.5 NM SE), Imsum Unterfeuer (25.7 NM ESE), Großer Vogelsand (28.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Carolinensiel?+
The Port of Carolinensiel is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European 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 Carolinensiel?+
You can track vessels near Carolinensiel (DECAR) 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 DECAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Carolinensiel?+
The Port of Carolinensiel 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.