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Port of Holmestrand

NOHOL🇳🇴Norway

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About Port of Holmestrand

Also known as: Hella

Holmestrand is a pier facility located on the Ytre Oslofjord in Norway. It serves as a local maritime point for the surrounding community.

Background
is a town in Holmestrand Municipality in Vestfold county, Norway. The town is the administrative centre of the municipality. It is located along the shore of the Ytre Oslofjord, about 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) northwest of the town of Horten and about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) south of the village of Sande i Vestfold. The large town of Drammen lies about 30 kilometres (19 mi) to the north.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
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Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11998840 →
Wikidata
Q2088337 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NOHOL
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NO-07
Area
Norwegian Coast
Sub-area
Skagerrak
Latitude
59.4893°
Longitude
10.3217°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Holmestrand?+
The approach to Holmestrand is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mulodden Lighthouse at 1 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Rødtangen (3.7 NM NE), Bjørneskjær (Range Front (6.6 NM NNE), Svelvikrenna Sørvest (7.1 NM NNE), Svelvikrenna Sørøst (7.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Holmestrand?+
The Port of Holmestrand 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 Holmestrand?+
You can track vessels near Holmestrand (NOHOL) 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 NOHOL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Holmestrand?+
The Port of Holmestrand 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.