Port of Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta)

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About Port of Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta)

This inland harbor is situated on the southern shore of Lake Saimaa in Lappeenranta, Finland. It is located in the city center on the Kaupunginlahti bay.

Background
The Port of Lappeenranta is an inland harbour in the city of Lappeenranta, Finland, on the southern shore of Lake Saimaa. It is located in the city centre on the Kaupunginlahti bay, and is therefore also known as the Kaupunginlahti harbour.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
104m

Region

Subdivision
FI-02
Body of Water
Kaupunginlahti
Latitude
61.0500°
Longitude
28.1833°

Nearby Vessels

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Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FILPP
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6252051 →
Wikidata
Q22138381 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portoflappeenranta.fi →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta)?

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The approach to Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Parrio Lighthouse at 38.3 NM to the SSW with a nominal range of 8.2 NM. Other aids include Siikasaari (38.3 NM SSW), Mustamaa (41.8 NM SSW), Kuorsalo Range Rear (42.5 NM SW), Lotouri (42.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta)?

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The Port of Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta) 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 Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta)?

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You can track vessels near Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta) (FILPP) 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 Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta)?

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The Port of Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta) is a port in FI. Its UN/LOCODE is FILPP — 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 FILPP mean?

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The first two characters, FI, are the ISO country code for FI. 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 Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta)?

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The Port of Villmanstrand (Lappeenranta) operates in the UTC+2 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.