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Port of Lysekil

SELYS🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Lysekil

Also known as: Sodra Hamnen, Soedra Hamnen, Södra Hamnen, Sødra Hamnen

Lysekil is a small coastal harbor in Sweden, situated at the mouth of Gullmarn fjord. It handles various vessel types including gas carriers, general cargo, and tankers. The port features mobile and fixed cranes with lifting capacities up to 100 MT.

Background
Lysekil is a locality and the seat of Lysekil Municipality in Västra Götaland County, Sweden. It had about 7,600 inhabitants in 2018. Situated on the south tip of Stångenäs peninsula at the mouth of Gullmarn fjord, it has two nature reserves.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
9m
Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
SE-O
Latitude
58.2833°
Longitude
11.4333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SELYS
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3333098 →
Wikidata
Q602574 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.lysekil.se →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Lysekil?+
The controlling depth at Lysekil is 9 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Lysekil?+
The approach to Lysekil is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Backebådan Lighthouse at 22.9 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Pater Noster (23.3 NM S), Skallen (23.9 NM S), Marstrand (Marstrand Havn) (24 NM S), Hätteberget (26 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 Lysekil?+
The Port of Lysekil 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 Lysekil?+
You can track vessels near Lysekil (SELYS) 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 SELYS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Lysekil?+
The Port of Lysekil 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.
What is the Port of Lysekil?+
LYSEKIL (UN/Locode: SELYS), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 58.27300° N, 11.43900° E.
Where is the Port of Lysekil located?+
Coordinates: 58.27300° N, 11.43900° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BROFJORDEN — UN/Locode: SEBRO — 58.35423° N, 11.43447° EELLOS — UN/Locode: SEELO — 58.18440° N, 11.46530° EUDDEVALLA — UN/Locode: SEUDD — 58.34750° N, 11.90650° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Lysekil?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 7.1m - 9.1m; anchorage depth 12.5m - 13.7m; cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m and maximum draft approx. 9 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Lysekil?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Lysekil?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Lysekil?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bunkering, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.