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Port of Kastrup

DKKTP🇩🇰Denmark

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About Port of Kastrup

Kastrup is a port located on the Øresund coast of Amager, Denmark. It serves as a harbor with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Kastrup is a suburb of Copenhagen, Denmark, on the east coast of Amager in Tårnby Municipality. It is the site of Copenhagen Airport. In Danish, the airport is often called Kastrup Lufthavn or Københavns Lufthavn, Kastrup.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Elevation
1m

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
11836123 →
Wikidata
Q1420866 →
Wikipedia
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Seamark Type
harbour

Identification

UN/LOCODE
DKKTP
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Baltic Sea
Sub-area
Kattegat
Body of Water
Øresund
Latitude
55.6347°
Longitude
12.6542°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Kastrup is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Nordre Røse Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the E. Other aids include Fyrskib X (3.8 NM NNW), Lynetteløb (4 NM NNW), Frihavn Sydmole (4.6 NM NNW), Kronløbsbassin (4.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kastrup?

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The Port of Kastrup 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 Kastrup?

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You can track vessels near Kastrup (DKKTP) 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 DKKTP on the live map.

Where is the Port of Kastrup?

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The Port of Kastrup is a port in DK. Its UN/LOCODE is DKKTP — 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 DKKTP 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 Kastrup?

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The Port of Kastrup 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.