Port of Wischhafen

DEWIF🇩🇪Germany

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About Port of Wischhafen

Also known as: Gluckstadt Aussenhafen, Glückstadt Außenhafen

Wischhafen is a small harbor located in Lower Saxony, Germany. It serves as a local port, with facilities for tugs.

Background
Wischhafen is a municipality in the district of Stade, in Lower Saxony, Germany.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
30760 →
GeoNames ID
13399290 →
Wikidata
Q502154 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.nordkehdingen.de →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Elbe River
Latitude
53.7755°
Longitude
9.3335°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Wischhafen?

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The approach to Wischhafen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Steinburg District Lighthouses Lighthouse at 6.1 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Pagensand Mitte (6.6 NM ESE), Somfletherwisch (16.5 NM SE), Pinneberg District Lighthouses (17.6 NM SE), Lightship Elbe 1 (22.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Wischhafen on?

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The Port of Wischhafen 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 Wischhafen?

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You can track vessels near Wischhafen (DEWIF) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Wischhafen?

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The Port of Wischhafen is a port in DE. Its UN/LOCODE is DEWIF — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE DEWIF mean?

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The first two characters, DE, are the ISO country code for DE. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Wischhafen?

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The Port of Wischhafen 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.