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Port of Rostock

DERSK🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Rostock

Also known as: Rostock Ferry Port, Rostock Harbour

Rostock Port is a major German seaport situated on the Unterwarnow estuary, serving the Baltic Sea. It handles significant cargo volumes, with infrastructure primarily owned by Rostock Port GmbH. The port is a key logistics hub for the region.

Background
Rostock Port is a large German port on the Baltic Sea, it is located on the Unterwarnow estuary in the city of Rostock. Most of the port infrastructure is owned by Rostock Port GmbH, a joint venture between the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (25.1%) and the Hanseatic City of Rostock (74.9%). The port operations are carried out by Euroports Germany GmbH & Co. and other private companies. With a total throughput of 28.8 million tons (2017), the ports of Rostock is the fourth largest German port.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
9800762 →
Wikidata
Q1090823 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.rostock-port.de →
OpenStreetMap
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
DERSK
Country
🇩🇪Germany
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
DE-MV
Area
Baltic Sea
Body of Water
Unterwarnow
Latitude
54.1370°
Longitude
12.1165°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Rostock?+
The approach to Rostock is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Schmarl Oberfeuer Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the W. Other aids include Schmarl Unterfeuer (1.1 NM WNW), Peez Unterfeuer (2.1 NM NE), Peez Oberfeuer (2.2 NM NE), Warnemünde Ostmole (2.2 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 Rostock?+
The Port of Rostock 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 Rostock?+
You can track vessels near Rostock (DERSK) 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 DERSK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Rostock?+
The Port of Rostock 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.