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Port of Hooksiel

DEHOO🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Hooksiel

Hooksiel is a harbor located on the Innenjade in Lower Saxony, Germany. It serves as a port for local fishing and leisure craft.

Background
Das Nordseebad Hooksiel ist ein Ortsteil der Gemeinde Wangerland im Landkreis Friesland, dem historisch zu Oldenburg gehörenden Teil der ostfriesischen Halbinsel. Der Ortsname basiert auf der Bezeichnung „Hook“ für Nase oder Vorsprung und dem Begriff Siel als Kennzeichnung eines Sielortes.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-1m

Operations & Services

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Q136406145

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
DEHOO
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Body of Water
Innenjade
Latitude
53.6392°
Longitude
8.0753°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11102248 →
Wikidata
Q989455 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hooksiel?+
The approach to Hooksiel is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Neuer Vorhafen East Mole Lighthouse at 6.8 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Butjadingen West Coast Lighthouses (7.3 NM SE), Jade Basin Lighthouses (10.2 NM SSE), Imsum Unterfeuer (15.6 NM E), Großer Vogelsand (18.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Hooksiel?+
The Port of Hooksiel 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 Hooksiel?+
You can track vessels near Hooksiel (DEHOO) 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 DEHOO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hooksiel?+
The Port of Hooksiel 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.