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Port of Greetsiel

DEGRE🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Greetsiel

Also known as: Stortebeker Graben, Störtebeker Graben

Greetsiel is a small canal port located on the Leybucht bight in western East Frisia, Germany. It serves as a fishing harbor and handles small vessels.

Background
Greetsiel is a small port on the bight of Leybucht in western East Frisia, Germany, that was first documented in letters from the year 1388. Since 1972, Greetsiel has been part of the municipality of Krummhörn, which has its administrative seat in Pewsum. The nearest railway station is at Emden, about 15–20 kilometres (9.3–12.4 mi) away, and the two towns are linked by a bus service.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13517423 →
Wikidata
Q453572 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.greetsiel.de →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
53.5045°
Longitude
7.1029°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Greetsiel?+
The approach to Greetsiel is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pegel Ley Lighthouse at 3.6 NM to the NW. Other aids include Emshörn (9.2 NM SSE), Eemshaven Range Rear (10 NM WSW), Neuer Vorhafen East Mole (38.2 NM E), Jade Basin Lighthouses (38.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Greetsiel?+
The Port of Greetsiel 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 Greetsiel?+
You can track vessels near Greetsiel (DEGRE) 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 DEGRE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Greetsiel?+
The Port of Greetsiel 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.