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Port of Horneburg

DEHRB🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Horneburg

Also known as: Horneburg-Dollerner Kanal

Horneburg is a canal port located west of Hamburg, Germany. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving along the Elbe-Lateral Canal.

Background
Horneburg is a municipality west of Hamburg (Germany) in the district of Stade in Lower Saxony.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
10m

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Latitude
53.5136°
Longitude
9.5892°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13529702 →
Wikidata
Q505519 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.horneburg.de →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Horneburg?+
The approach to Horneburg is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Somfletherwisch Lighthouse at 3.8 NM to the NNE with a nominal range of 11 NM. Other aids include Pinneberg District Lighthouses (5 NM NE), Pagensand Mitte (12.6 NM NNW), Steinburg District Lighthouses (13.3 NM NNW), Großer Vogelsand (36.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Horneburg?+
The Port of Horneburg 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 Horneburg?+
You can track vessels near Horneburg (DEHRB) 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 DEHRB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Horneburg?+
The Port of Horneburg 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.