Port of Raahe (Brahestad)

The controlling depth at Raahe (Brahestad) is 8 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Raahe (Brahestad) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Iso-Kraaseli Lighthouse at 2.4 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Tasku (2.7 NM WNW), Elko Range Rear (3.6 NM SW), Karjula (7.2 NM NNE), Varessäikka (14.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Raahe (Brahestad) 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.

You can track vessels near Raahe (Brahestad) (FIRAA) 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 FIRAA on the live map.

The Port of Raahe (Brahestad) 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.

RAAHE (UN/Locode: FIRAA), Finland is a seaport located at approximately 64.65967° N, 24.40086° E.

Coordinates: 64.65967° N, 24.40086° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KALAJOKI — UN/Locode: FIKJO — 64.22203° N, 23.71742° ERAHJA — UN/Locode: FIRAH — 64.20000° N, 23.71000° EOULU — UN/Locode: FIOUL — 65.01450° N, 25.43152° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 7.1m - 9.1m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m; oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m and maximum draft approx. 8 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.