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Port of Wilhelmshaven

DEWVN🇩🇪Germany

Port Location

About Port of Wilhelmshaven

Located on the Jade Bight of the North Sea, Wilhelmshaven is Germany's primary naval port. Established in 1869, it features a sheltered harbor and handles various naval vessels.

Background
Wilhelmshaven is a coastal town in Lower Saxony, Germany. It is situated on the western side of the Jade Bight, a bay of the North Sea, and has a population of 76,089. Wilhelmshaven is the centre of the "Jade Buse" business region and is Germany's main military port.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
20ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
S
Repair Code
B
Terminals
1

History

Established
1869

Terminals

EUROGATE CONTAINER TERMINAL WILHELMSHAVEN

EUROGATE CONTAINER TERMINAL WILHELMSHAVEN

Ozean-Pier 1, 26388 Wilhelmshaven, Germany

www1.eurogate.de →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
DE-NI
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
53.5319°
Longitude
8.1643°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
30910 →
GeoNames ID
13527327 →
Wikidata
Q3857 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.wilhelmshaven.de →
Seamark Type
light_minor

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Wilhelmshaven?+
The approach to Wilhelmshaven is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Neuer Vorhafen East Mole Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Jade Basin Lighthouses (3.1 NM SSE), Butjadingen West Coast Lighthouses (3.7 NM NE), Imsum Unterfeuer (13.1 NM ENE), Großer Vogelsand (14.5 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 Wilhelmshaven?+
The Port of Wilhelmshaven is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European 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 Wilhelmshaven?+
You can track vessels near Wilhelmshaven (DEWVN) 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 DEWVN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Wilhelmshaven?+
The Port of Wilhelmshaven 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.