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Port of Schnackenburg

DESNR🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Schnackenburg

Also known as: Kanal

Schnackenburg is a canal port located on the Elbe River in Lower Saxony, Germany. It serves as a transit point for inland waterway vessels.

Background
Schnackenburg is a town in the Lüchow-Dannenberg district, in Lower Saxony, Germany. It is situated on the left bank of the Elbe. It is part of the Samtgemeinde Gartow. Lying at the easternmost projection of Lower Saxony, the town is bordered on all sides except the west by territory that was formerly East Germany. It is the least densely populated town ("Stadt") in what was West Germany, although there are nine towns in what was formerly East Germany that are less densely populated.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
16m

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Latitude
53.0333°
Longitude
11.5667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13555092 →
Wikidata
Q638404 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.schnackenburg-elbe.de →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Schnackenburg?+
The approach to Schnackenburg is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Plau am See Lighthouse at 36.2 NM to the NE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Schnackenburg?+
You can track vessels near Schnackenburg (DESNR) 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 DESNR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Schnackenburg?+
The Port of Schnackenburg 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.