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Port of HVIDOVRE

DKHVV🇩🇰Denmark

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About Port of HVIDOVRE

This harbor is located on Kalveboderne, southwest of Copenhagen. It serves as a port with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Hvidovre is the main town in Hvidovre Municipality, Denmark. The town, a suburb of Copenhagen, is about 10 km southwest of the capital's center. It is the 2nd biggest suburb of Copenhagen, only beaten by Frederiksberg.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
29260 →
GeoNames ID
2619526 →
Wikidata
Q3590079 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
hvidovrehavn.dk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Baltic Sea
Sub-area
Kattegat
Body of Water
Kalveboderne
Latitude
55.6294°
Longitude
12.5049°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to HVIDOVRE is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fyrskib X Lighthouse at 5.1 NM to the NE. Other aids include Lynetteløb (5.6 NM NE), Kronløbsbassin (5.8 NM NE), Frihavn Sydmole (5.9 NM NE), Stubben (6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of HVIDOVRE?

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The Port of HVIDOVRE 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 HVIDOVRE?

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You can track vessels near HVIDOVRE (DKHVV) 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 DKHVV on the live map.

Where is the Port of HVIDOVRE?

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The Port of HVIDOVRE is a port in DK. Its UN/LOCODE is DKHVV — 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 DKHVV mean?

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The first two characters, DK, are the ISO country code for DK. 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 HVIDOVRE?

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The Port of HVIDOVRE 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.