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Port of Dortmund

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Port Location

About Port of Dortmund

Dortmund Port is Germany's largest canal port, situated at the terminus of the Dortmund-Ems Canal. It handles bulk cargo, including coal and ore, and serves as a transshipment point connecting inland waterways to the North Sea.

Background
Construction on Dortmund's port which terminates the Dortmund-Ems Canal connecting Dortmund to the North Sea started in 1895. It was opened 1899 by Kaiser Wilhelm. At the beginning of the 20th century it was mainly used for the import and export of wheat, coal and ore. The port was expanded in the 1920s and 1930s by adding new docks as well as on the administrative infrastructure. Today Dortmund Port is the biggest European canal port with 10 docks and a pier length of 11 km.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
70m

Operations & Services

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Q132719412

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
DE-NW
Area
Inland, Europe
Body of Water
Dortmund–Ems Canal
Latitude
51.5330°
Longitude
7.4370°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2935507 →
Wikidata
Q884651 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
dortmunder-hafen.de →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Dortmund?+
The Port of Dortmund 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 Dortmund?+
You can track vessels near Dortmund (DEDTM) 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 DEDTM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Dortmund?+
The Port of Dortmund 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.