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Port of Södertälje

SESOE🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Södertälje

Also known as: Sodertalje Kanal, Soedertaelje Canal, Soedertaelje kanal, Södertälje Canal, Södertälje Kanal, Södertälje kanal

This port is situated on the Södertälje Canal, a vital waterway connecting Lake Mälaren to the Baltic Sea. It handles bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and general cargo vessels. The canal features Scandinavia's largest lock, facilitating access for a wide range of ship sizes.

Background
The Södertälje Canal is a canal connecting the lake Mälaren with the Baltic Sea, at the city of Södertälje. It is 5.2 km long, and it has one lock. The size of this lock is the largest in Scandinavia by allowed ship size. The lock is 135 m long and 17 m wide. The water level difference between Mälaren and the Baltic Sea is not large, on average 0.6 m (2 ft). This is the main shipping route into the lake Mälaren.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Elevation
35m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
25320 →
GeoNames ID
2676175 →
Wikidata
Q950985 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.soeport.se →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
SE-AB
Latitude
59.2000°
Longitude
17.6167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Södertälje?+
The approach to Södertälje is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fyrskepp 21 Biskopsudden Lighthouse at 17.3 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Järlasjön (17.6 NM ENE), Stockholm City Lighthouses and Lightships (17.6 NM ENE), Blockhusudden (18 NM ENE), Torsvik (18.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Södertälje?+
The Port of Södertälje 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 Södertälje?+
You can track vessels near Södertälje (SESOE) 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 SESOE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Södertälje?+
The Port of Södertälje 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 Södertälje?+
SODERTALJE (UN/Locode: SESOE), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 59.18000° N, 17.64700° E.
Where is the Port of Södertälje located?+
Coordinates: 59.18000° N, 17.64700° E. Nearby terminals/ports:STORA VIKA — UN/Locode: SESTV — 58.94200° N, 17.77850° ESTOCKHOLM — UN/Locode: SESTO — 59.32705° N, 18.10615° ENYNASHAMN — UN/Locode: SENYN — 58.90347° N, 17.95696° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Södertälje?+
Harbor type/size: Lake or Canal and Small. Cranes: fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 7.1m - 9.1m; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m and oil terminal depth 6.4m - 7.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Södertälje?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Södertälje?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Södertälje?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro and Tanker.