Port of Sorvágur

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About Port of Sorvágur

Also known as: Port Sorvagur, Port Sørvágur

Sorvágur is a small port in the Faroe Islands, historically serving fishing vessels. It is located on the island of Vágar.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
8m
Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
78m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32730 →
GeoNames ID
11821682 →
Wikidata
Q121782072 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FOSRV
Country
🇫🇴Faroe Islands
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
62.0752°
Longitude
-7.3325°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Sorvágur?

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The controlling depth at Sorvágur 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.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Sorvágur on?

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The Port of Sorvágur is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in FO. The area falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Sorvágur?

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You can track vessels near Sorvágur (FOSRV) 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 Sorvágur?

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The Port of Sorvágur is a port in FO. Its UN/LOCODE is FOSRV — 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 FOSRV mean?

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The first two characters, FO, are the ISO country code for FO. 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 Sorvágur?

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The Port of Sorvágur operates in the UTC+0 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.

What is the Port of Sorvágur?

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SORVAGUR (UN/Locode: FOSRV), Faroe Islands (the) is a seaport located at approximately 62.07523° N, -7.33250° E.

Where is the Port of Sorvágur located?

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Coordinates: 62.07523° N, -7.33250° E. Nearby terminals/ports:VESTMANNA — UN/Locode: FOVES — 62.15020° N, -7.16205° ESTREYMNES — UN/Locode: FOSYN — 62.20000° N, -7.02000° EKOLLAFJORDUR — UN/Locode: FOKOL — 62.10600° N, -6.91850° E

What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Sorvágur?

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

What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Sorvágur?

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

What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Sorvágur?

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Vessel types historically calling: Fishing.