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Port of Stade

DESTA🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Stade

Also known as: Gotzdorf-Horner-Kanal, Gotzdorfer Kanal, Götzdorf-Hörner-Kanal, Götzdorfer Kanal, Horne-Gotzdorfer Kanal, Hörne-Götzdorfer Kanal

Located on the Schwinge River in Lower Saxony, Germany, Stade is a port handling bulk cargo. The port accommodates various vessel types and features tug assistance and compulsory pilotage.

Background
Stade, officially the Hanseatic City of Stade is a city in Lower Saxony in northern Germany. First mentioned in records in 934, it is the seat of the district which bears its name. It is located roughly 45 km (28 mi) to the west of Hamburg and belongs to that city's wider metropolitan region. Within the area of the city are the urban districts of Bützfleth, Hagen, Haddorf and Wiepenkathen, each of which have a council of their own with some autonomous decision-making rights.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
30785 →
GeoNames ID
2918565 →
Wikidata
Q6949 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.stade.de →
Seamark Type
building

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Elbe River
Body of Water
Schwinge
Latitude
53.6010°
Longitude
9.4800°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Stade?+
The approach to Stade is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Somfletherwisch Lighthouse at 6 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 11 NM. Other aids include Pagensand Mitte (6.9 NM N), Steinburg District Lighthouses (7.6 NM N), Pinneberg District Lighthouses (7.7 NM ESE), Lightship Elbe 1 (31.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Stade on?+
The Port of Stade is situated on the North Sea in DE. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Stade?+
You can track vessels near Stade (DESTA) 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 DESTA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Stade?+
The Port of Stade 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.