Port of Karlslunde

DKKAR🇩🇰Denmark

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About Port of Karlslunde

This Danish harbor on Køge Bay serves as a small port. It is equipped with tugs and a drydock.

Background
Karlslunde is a suburb 25 km (16 mi) south-west of central Copenhagen, Denmark. The suburb is a part of Greve municipality. Karlslunde is generally divided into Karlslunde Landsby and Karlslunde Strand split by Karlslunde Landevej (Taastrupvejen). The suburb is connected with the S-train network lines A and E.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
29220 →
GeoNames ID
2616740 →
Wikidata
Q1162621 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.karlslundekirke.dk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
DK-85
Body of Water
Køge Bay
Latitude
55.5667°
Longitude
12.2167°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Karlslunde is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fyrskib X Lighthouse at 15.2 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Kronløbsbassin (15.6 NM ENE), Lynetteløb (15.7 NM ENE), Tuborg Havn North Mole (15.8 NM NE), Frihavn Sydmole (15.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Karlslunde?

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The Port of Karlslunde 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 Karlslunde?

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You can track vessels near Karlslunde (DKKAR) 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 Karlslunde?

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The Port of Karlslunde is a port in DK. Its UN/LOCODE is DKKAR — 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 DKKAR 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 Karlslunde?

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The Port of Karlslunde 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.