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Port of Stockholm

SESTO🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Stockholm

Also known as: Stockholm Ferry Port, Stockholm Harbour

Stockholm is a large, sheltered port on Sweden's Baltic coast, established in 1187. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo, passenger vessels, and tankers. The port features various cranes and lifting capacities, with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Stockholm is the capital and most populous city of Sweden, as well as the largest urban area in the Nordic countries. Approximately 1 million people live in the municipality, with 1.6 million in the urban area, and 2.5 million in the metropolitan area. The city stretches across fourteen islands where Lake Mälaren flows into the Baltic Sea. Outside the city to the east, and along the coast, is the island chain of the Stockholm archipelago. The area has been settled since the Stone Age, in the 6th millennium BC, and was founded as a city in 1252 by Swedish statesman Birger Jarl. The city serves as the county seat of Stockholm County.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
11m
Channel Depth
9ft
Elevation
20m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A

History

Established
1187

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SESTO
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
SE-AB
Latitude
59.3333°
Longitude
18.0500°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
25380 →
GeoNames ID
9804459 →
Wikidata
Q1754 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
start.stockholm →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Stockholm?+
The controlling depth at Stockholm is 11 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 Stockholm?+
The approach to Stockholm is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Stockholm City Lighthouses and Lightships Lighthouse at 2.4 NM to the E. Other aids include Fyrskepp 21 Biskopsudden (2.5 NM ESE), Torsvik (2.8 NM NE), Blockhusudden (3.3 NM ESE), Järlasjön (3.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Stockholm?+
The Port of Stockholm 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 Stockholm?+
You can track vessels near Stockholm (SESTO) 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 SESTO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Stockholm?+
The Port of Stockholm 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 Stockholm?+
STOCKHOLM (UN/Locode: SESTO), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 59.32705° N, 18.10615° E.
Where is the Port of Stockholm located?+
Coordinates: 59.32705° N, 18.10615° E. Nearby terminals/ports:GUSTAVSVIK/STOCKHOLM — UN/Locode: SEGKS — 59.32000° N, 18.30000° EVAXHOLM — UN/Locode: SEVXH — 59.40090° N, 18.35265° ESODERTALJE — UN/Locode: SESOE — 59.18000° N, 17.64700° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Stockholm?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Large. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts, 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 15.5m - 16m; cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m; oil terminal depth 4.9m - 6.1m and maximum draft approx. 11 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Stockholm?+
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 Stockholm?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Stockholm?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.