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Port of Assens

DKASN🇩🇰Denmark

Port Location

About Port of Assens

Assens is a harbor located on the western coast of Funen, Denmark, situated on the Little Belt strait. It serves as a local port, handling general cargo and fishing vessels. The port provides essential facilities for maritime traffic in the region.

Background
Assens er en fynsk by med 5.952 indbyggere (2025) beliggende ved Lillebælt. I Kong Valdemars Jordebog er Assens opført med navnet Asnæs, hvilket betyder et næs bevokset med asketræer. Byen ligger i Assens Kommune og hører til Region Syddanmark.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11102558 →
Wikidata
Q741067 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
DKASN
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Body of Water
Little Belt
Latitude
55.2685°
Longitude
9.8875°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Assens?+
The approach to Assens is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Assens Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the NW. Other aids include Assens Bagfyr (0.2 NM SSE), Tvingsberg (2.5 NM N), Assens Havn (3.4 NM WNW), Tvingsberg Bagfyr (3.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Assens?+
The Port of Assens 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 Assens?+
You can track vessels near Assens (DKASN) 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 DKASN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Assens?+
The Port of Assens 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.