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Port of Motzen

DEMOZ🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Motzen

Also known as: Motzener Kanal

Motzen is a canal port located on the Weser River in Lower Saxony, Germany. It serves as a transshipment point for goods.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Body of Water
Weser
Latitude
53.1667°
Longitude
8.5667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13551436 →
Wikidata
Q2511846 →
Official Site
www.vegesacker-hafen.de →
OpenStreetMap
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Seamark Type
harbour
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Motzen?+
The approach to Motzen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jade Basin Lighthouses Lighthouse at 23.4 NM to the NW. Other aids include Großer Vogelsand (23.6 NM N), Imsum Unterfeuer (26.3 NM N), Neuer Vorhafen East Mole (26.6 NM NNW), Butjadingen West Coast Lighthouses (26.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Motzen?+
The Port of Motzen 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 Motzen?+
You can track vessels near Motzen (DEMOZ) 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 DEMOZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Motzen?+
The Port of Motzen 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.