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Port of Kyrkesund

SEKKS🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Kyrkesund

Kyrkesund is a small marina located on the west coast of Sweden. It serves as a local hub for passenger ferries connecting Tjörn island to Härön.

Background
Kyrkesund är en tätort i Klövedals socken i Tjörns kommun. Orten ligger på Tjörnsidan av det smala Kyrkesundet, som skiljer Tjörn från Härön. Västtrafik trafikerar Kyrkesund med buss samt med personbåten Härön över Kyrkesundet till Härön. Området vid Kyrkesundet var intill 2015 avgränsat till en småort med namnet Kyrkesund. Bebyggelsen där hade 2015 växt samman med den i småorterna Bö i Klövedal samt Gullfjäll, Långekärr och Sunna och avgränsades då som en tätort med bibehållet namn.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
8555690 →
Wikidata
Q1795181 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
SEKKS
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
SE-O
Area
Baltic Sea
Sub-area
Skagerrak
Latitude
58.0213°
Longitude
11.5190°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kyrkesund?+
The approach to Kyrkesund is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Backebådan Lighthouse at 7.2 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Pater Noster (7.7 NM SSW), Skallen (7.9 NM S), Marstrand (Marstrand Havn) (8 NM SSE), Hätteberget (10 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kyrkesund?+
The Port of Kyrkesund 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 Kyrkesund?+
You can track vessels near Kyrkesund (SEKKS) 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 SEKKS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kyrkesund?+
The Port of Kyrkesund 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.