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Port of Jakobsnes

NOJAN🇳🇴Norway

Port Location

About Port of Jakobsnes

Jakobsnes is a port located on the coast of Bøkfjorden in northern Norway. It serves as a local harbor for the village and its surrounding area.

Background
Jakobsnes (Norwegian), Leavanjargg (Skolt Sami), Lávvonjárga (Northern Sami), or Jaakonniemi (Kven) is a village in Sør-Varanger Municipality in Finnmark county, Norway. Its population in 2005 was 271. The village lies on the coast of the Bøkfjorden, across the fjord from the town of Kirkenes, about 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) north of the village of Elvenes.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
NO-20
Latitude
69.7333°
Longitude
30.1000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13513580 →
Wikidata
Q6125405 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
kirkeneshavn.no →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Jakobsnes?+
The approach to Jakobsnes is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Rear Lighthouse at 14.8 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Sjøgrensen (Maritime Border) Range Front (15 NM ENE), Bugøynes (16.8 NM NNW), Store Vadsøya (21.5 NM NNW), Vadsø Havn (22 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Jakobsnes on?+
The Port of Jakobsnes is situated on the Barents Sea in NO. The area falls within the polar climate zone with ice conditions for much of the year, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Jakobsnes?+
You can track vessels near Jakobsnes (NOJAN) 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 NOJAN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Jakobsnes?+
The Port of Jakobsnes 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.