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Port of Bolungarvik

ISBOL🇮🇸Iceland

Port Location

About Port of Bolungarvik

Bolungarvík is a seaport in northwest Iceland. It historically handled general cargo, passenger, and tanker vessels.

Background
Bolungarvík is a small town and the only built-up area in the municipality of Bolungarvíkurkaupstaður in the northwest of Iceland, located on the Westfjords peninsula, approximately 14 km (8.7 mi) from the town of Ísafjörður and 473 km (294 mi) from the capital city Reykjavík.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11549853 →
Wikidata
Q891664 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.bolungarvik.is →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ISBOL
Country
🇮🇸Iceland
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
North Atlantic
Sub-area
Iceland
Latitude
66.1555°
Longitude
-23.2400°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bolungarvik?+
The approach to Bolungarvik is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Óshólar Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Arnarnes (6 NM SE), Sauðanes Northwest (10.4 NM WSW), Sléttaeyri (10.8 NM NE), Æðey (14.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Bolungarvik on?+
The Port of Bolungarvik is situated on the Arctic Ocean in IS. 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 Bolungarvik?+
You can track vessels near Bolungarvik (ISBOL) 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 ISBOL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bolungarvik?+
The Port of Bolungarvik 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 Bolungarvik?+
BOLUNGARVIK (UN/Locode: ISBOL), Iceland is a seaport located at approximately 66.15550° N, -23.24000° E.
Where is the Port of Bolungarvik located?+
Coordinates: 66.15550° N, -23.24000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ISAFJORDUR — UN/Locode: ISISA — 66.06934° N, -23.12672° ESUDAVIK — UN/Locode: ISSUV — 66.03550° N, -22.98250° ETHINGEYRI — UN/Locode: ISTEY — 65.87733° N, -23.48619° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Bolungarvik?+
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 Bolungarvik?+
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 Bolungarvik?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo, Passenger and Tanker.