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Port of Laboe

DELAB🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Laboe

Also known as: Laboe

Laboe is a harbor located on the Baltic Sea coast of Germany, northeast of Kiel. It serves as a port with a focus on naval heritage, notably housing the U-995 submarine and the Laboe Naval Memorial.

Background
Laboe is a municipality in the district of Plön, in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. It is situated on the Baltic Sea coast, approximately 10 km northeast of Kiel. The Laboe Naval Memorial is located within the municipality, as is the U-boat U-995.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
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Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13234256 →
Wikidata
Q504740 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.gemeinde.laboe.de →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
DE-SH
Area
Baltic Sea
Sub-area
Kiel Canal
Latitude
54.4053°
Longitude
10.2153°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Laboe?+
The approach to Laboe is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mönkeberg Deviationsbake Lighthouse at 3.5 NM to the S. Other aids include Flensburger Förde (Flensburg Fjord) Lighthouses (24.3 NM NNW), Keldsnor (26.3 NM NE), Kegnæs (28 NM NNW), Gammel-Pøl (29 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Laboe?+
The Port of Laboe 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 Laboe?+
You can track vessels near Laboe (DELAB) 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 DELAB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Laboe?+
The Port of Laboe 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.