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Port of Hamburg

DEHAM🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Hamburg

Also known as: Hafen Hamburg, Port de Hambourg, Port of Hamburg, hambuleukeu hang, hamburga bandaragaha, han bao gang

Located on the Unterelbe river, 110 kilometers from the North Sea, Hamburg is Germany's largest seaport. It handles a vast volume of general cargo, containers, and bulk goods. The port features extensive facilities, including dry docks, and is a major hub for feeder services and transatlantic voyages.

Background
The Port of Hamburg is a seaport on the river Elbe in Hamburg, Germany, 110 kilometres from its mouth on the North Sea.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A
Terminals
8

History

Established
1189
Operator (Wikidata ID)
Hamburg Port Authority

Terminals (8)

EUROGATE CONTAINER TERMINAL HAMBURG

EUROGATE CONTAINER TERMINAL HAMBURG

Kurt-Eckelmann-Str. 1, 21129 Hamburg, Germany

www1.eurogate.de →

HHLA CONTAINER TERMINAL ALTENWERDER (CTA)

HHLA (HAMBURGER HAFEN UND LOGISTIK AG)

Am Ballinkai 1, 21129 Hamburg, Germany

hhla.de →

HHLA CONTAINER TERMINAL BURCHARDKAI (CTB)

HHLA (HAMBURGER HAFEN UND LOGISTIK AG)

Waltershofer Damm - Bürogebäude 3, 21129 Hamburg, Germany

hhla.de →

HHLA CONTAINER TERMINAL TOLLERORT (CTT)

HHLA (HAMBURGER HAFEN UND LOGISTIK AG)

Am Vulkanhafen 30, 20457 Hamburg, Germany

hhla.de →

HHLA FRUCHT- UND KUEHL-ZENTRUM

HHLA FRUCHT- UND KUEHL-ZENTRUM GMBH

Dessauer Str. 10, 20457 Hamburg, Germany

hhla.de →

RHENUS MIDGARD HAMBURG

RHENUS MIDGARD HAMBURG GMBH

Antwerpenstr. 1a, 21129 Hamburg, Germany

www.rhenus.group →

SUD-WEST TERMINAL

C. STEINWEG

Am Kamerunkai 5, 20457 Hamburg, Germany

www.steinweg.com →

UNIKAI - UCT (O'SWALDKAI)

UNIKAI LAGEREI- UND SPEDITIONSGESELLSCHAFT

Dessauer Str. 10, 20457 Hamburg, Germany

www.unikai.de →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
DEHAM
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
DE-HH
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Elbe River
Body of Water
Unterelbe
Latitude
53.5070°
Longitude
9.9619°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
30780 →
GeoNames ID
11887032 →
Wikidata
Q3964 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.hafen-hamburg.de →
Seamark Type
mooring

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hamburg?+
The approach to Hamburg is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pinneberg District Lighthouses Lighthouse at 10.5 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Somfletherwisch (12.1 NM WNW), Pagensand Mitte (21 NM NW), Steinburg District Lighthouses (21.5 NM NW), Lightship Elbe 1 (49.6 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 Hamburg?+
The Port of Hamburg 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 Hamburg?+
You can track vessels near Hamburg (DEHAM) 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 DEHAM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hamburg?+
The Port of Hamburg 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.