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Port of Ålefjær

NOALE🇳🇴Norway

Port Location

About Port of Ålefjær

Ålefjær is a port located in Kristiansand municipality, Norway. Situated at the northern end of the Ålefjærfjorden, it serves as a local maritime point.

Background
Ålefjær is a village and district in the municipality of Kristiansand in Agder county, Norway. The village and district lies in the far northern part of the municipality within the borough of Lund. The population of the district in 2014 was 410. Ålefjær borders the district of Tveit to the southeast, the district of Justvik to the southwest, the municipality of Vennesla to the northwest, and the municipality of Birkenes to the northeast. The village of Ålefjær is situated at the northern end of the Ålefjærfjorden, a branch off the Topdalsfjorden. The district is a very rural area, although it is only about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) southeast of the large village of Vennesla and about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) north of the city of Kristiansand.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

Region

Subdivision
NO-10
Latitude
58.2333°
Longitude
8.0167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NOALE
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
9806656 →
Wikidata
Q18654672 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.kristiansand.kommune.no →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ålefjær?+
The approach to Ålefjær is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Odderøya Lighthouse at 6.1 NM to the S. Other aids include Mannevikodden (8.1 NM SSE), Jøngeholmskjæret (8.5 NM S), Torsøya (9 NM SSE), Senskjær (9.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Ålefjær on?+
The Port of Ålefjær is situated on the North Sea in NO. 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 Ålefjær?+
You can track vessels near Ålefjær (NOALE) 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 NOALE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ålefjær?+
The Port of Ålefjær 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.