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Port of Friesoythe

DEFYE🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Friesoythe

Also known as: Friesoyther Kanal

Friesoythe is a port situated on the Küsten Canal in Lower Saxony, Germany. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving along the waterway.

Background
Friesoythe, is a town in the district of Cloppenburg, Lower Saxony, Germany, on the river Soeste, 25 kilometres (16 mi) northwest of Cloppenburg, and 30 kilometres (19 mi) southwest of Oldenburg.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
9m

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Body of Water
Küsten Canal
Latitude
53.0167°
Longitude
7.8500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2924359 →
Wikidata
Q559637 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.friesoythe.de →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Friesoythe?+
The approach to Friesoythe is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jade Basin Lighthouses Lighthouse at 30.3 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Emshörn (31.1 NM NW), Neuer Vorhafen East Mole (33.5 NM NNE), Butjadingen West Coast Lighthouses (36.2 NM NNE), Großer Vogelsand (41.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Friesoythe?+
The Port of Friesoythe 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 Friesoythe?+
You can track vessels near Friesoythe (DEFYE) 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 DEFYE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Friesoythe?+
The Port of Friesoythe 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.