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Port of Warnemünde

DEWAR🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Warnemünde

Located at the mouth of the Warnow River on the Baltic Sea, Warnemünde serves as a significant German port. It is particularly noted as a major hub for cruise ship traffic.

Background
Warnemünde is a seaside resort and a district of the city of Rostock in Mecklenburg, Germany. It is located on the Baltic Sea and, as the name implies, at the estuary of the river Warnow. Warnemünde is one of the world's busiest cruise ports.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-1m

Region

Subdivision
DE-MV
Latitude
54.1667°
Longitude
12.0833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2814054 →
Wikidata
Q311849 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.rostock.de →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Warnemünde?+
The approach to Warnemünde is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Warnemünde Ostmole Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Schmarl Unterfeuer (1.6 NM S), Schmarl Oberfeuer (1.7 NM S), Peez Unterfeuer (2.7 NM E), Peez Oberfeuer (3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Warnemünde?+
The Port of Warnemünde 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 Warnemünde?+
You can track vessels near Warnemünde (DEWAR) 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 DEWAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Warnemünde?+
The Port of Warnemünde 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.