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Port of Altenwerder

DEHHV🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Altenwerder

Also known as: Griesenwarder Hafen, Griesenwerder Hafen, Griesenwärder Hafen

Container Terminal Altenwerder is a major container handling facility located on the Elbe River in Hamburg, Germany. It is equipped for large container ships and plays a key role in the port's logistics.

Background
Altenwerder is a quarter in the Harburg borough of the Free and Hanseatic city of Hamburg in northern Germany. The former village on an Elbe island became a port expansion area in the 1960s. In the 1970s the city of Hamburg announced the formal dispossession of all property to build the Container Terminal Altenwerder. Only the Altenwerder church remains from the old buildings. The terminal started its operation in 2003. Today, Altenwerder is a quarter almost without population. In 2023 the population was 4.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
30780 →
GeoNames ID
2917421 →
Wikidata
Q3456 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.hamburg.de →
Seamark Type
mooring

Identification

UN/LOCODE
DEHHV
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBRX (Harbor section)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
DE-HH
Latitude
53.5167°
Longitude
9.9167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Altenwerder?+
The approach to Altenwerder is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pinneberg District Lighthouses Lighthouse at 8.7 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Somfletherwisch (10.4 NM WNW), Pagensand Mitte (19.3 NM NW), Steinburg District Lighthouses (19.9 NM NW), Lightship Elbe 1 (47.8 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 Altenwerder?+
The Port of Altenwerder 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 Altenwerder?+
You can track vessels near Altenwerder (DEHHV) 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 DEHHV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Altenwerder?+
The Port of Altenwerder 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.