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Port of Muskö

SEMSK🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Muskö

Also known as: Musko Kanal, Muskoe Kanal, Muskö Kanal, Muskø Kanal

Muskö is an artificial canal in Sweden's SE-AB region, connecting Mysingen to Horsfjärden. It is 350 meters long with a depth of 1.7 meters, facilitating navigation for small vessels.

Background
The Muskö Canal is an artificial canal that divides the island of Muskö into western and eastern halves, linking Mysingen to the south with Horsfjärden to the north. The canal itself is 350 metres (1,150 ft) in length, and with its approaches has a total length of about 1 kilometre (0.62 mi). It has a depth of 1.7 metres, a bottom width of 3 metres (9.8 ft), a width at water level of 8 metres (26 ft), and a navigation clearance of 3 metres (9.8 ft) above water level.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
9m

Region

Subdivision
SE-AB
Latitude
58.9667°
Longitude
18.1167°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3327350 →
Wikidata
Q45316894 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
SEMSK
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1955

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Muskö?+
The approach to Muskö is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Järlasjön Lighthouse at 20.2 NM to the N. Other aids include Blockhusudden (21.3 NM N), Fyrskepp 21 Biskopsudden (21.3 NM N), Libertus (22 NM N), Stockholm City Lighthouses and Lightships (22.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Muskö?+
The Port of Muskö 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 Muskö?+
You can track vessels near Muskö (SEMSK) 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 SEMSK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Muskö?+
The Port of Muskö 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.