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Port of Rønne

DKRNN🇩🇰Denmark

Port Location

About Port of Rønne

Rønne is a historic port on the Baltic Sea island of Bornholm, Denmark. It serves as the island's primary ferry and cargo hub, handling general cargo and passenger traffic. The harbor provides shelter for various vessel types.

Background
Rønne is the largest town on the Danish island of Bornholm in the Baltic Sea. It has a population of 13,675. It was a municipality in its own right from 1970 until 2002, when Bornholm was a county. It has an area of 29.11 square kilometres and is the administrative centre of the Bornholm municipality. As of 2018, 11,539 inhabitants live in Rønne Parish, which is a narrow piece of land on the westernmost of the island and stretching north and southward comprising around a third of the area of the former municipality. Knudsker Parish made up the rest of the former municipality. Not all inhabitants of either Rønne or Knudsker (400–7553) parishes live in the city of Rønne.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1327

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
DKRNN
Country
🇩🇰Denmark
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
Baltic Sea
Body of Water
Baltic Sea
Latitude
55.0985°
Longitude
14.6900°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
29120 →
GeoNames ID
11821606 →
Wikidata
Q690062 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.brk.dk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Rønne?+
The approach to Rønne is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sandhammaren Lighthouse at 24.3 NM to the NW with a nominal range of 22 NM. Other aids include Simrishamn (29.8 NM NNW), Ystad (35.5 NM NW), Stenshuvud (36.8 NM NNW), Poggenhof Oberfeuer (47.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Rønne?+
The Port of Rønne 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 Rønne?+
You can track vessels near Rønne (DKRNN) 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 DKRNN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Rønne?+
The Port of Rønne 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.