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Port of Simrishamn

SESIM🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Simrishamn

This Swedish seaport handles general cargo, gas carriers, and fishing vessels. It features mobile cranes with lifting capacities up to 24 MT and offers wharf and anchorage loading/offloading services. Located on Sweden's southeastern coast, Simrishamn's operations can be affected by swell and ice conditions.

Background
Simrishamn is a locality and the seat of Simrishamn Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden with 6,527 inhabitants in 2010. Despite its small population, Simrishamn is, for historical reasons, usually still referred to as a city.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
4.05m

Region

Subdivision
SE-M
Latitude
55.5500°
Longitude
14.3333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SESIM
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q648536 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.simrishamn.se →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Simrishamn?+
The controlling depth at Simrishamn is 4.05 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 Simrishamn?+
The approach to Simrishamn is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Simrishamn Lighthouse at 1 NM to the ENE with a nominal range of 13.5 NM. Other aids include Stenshuvud (7.1 NM NNW), Sandhammaren (10.9 NM SSW), Ystad (18.8 NM WSW), Åhus Nedre (22.7 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 Simrishamn?+
The Port of Simrishamn 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 Simrishamn?+
You can track vessels near Simrishamn (SESIM) 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 SESIM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Simrishamn?+
The Port of Simrishamn 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 Simrishamn?+
SIMRISHAMN (UN/Locode: SESIM), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 55.55650° N, 14.35600° E.
Where is the Port of Simrishamn located?+
Coordinates: 55.55650° N, 14.35600° E. Nearby terminals/ports:YSTAD — UN/Locode: SEYST — 55.42204° N, 13.82507° EAHUS — UN/Locode: SEAHU — 55.92514° N, 14.31033° EALLINGE — UN/Locode: DKAGE — 55.27900° N, 14.80300° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Simrishamn?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Tide Gate and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 4.9m - 6.1m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m; cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m and maximum draft approx. 4.05 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Simrishamn?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: restrictions present; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Simrishamn?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Simrishamn?+
Vessel types historically calling: Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger and Special Craft.