Port of Varberg

The controlling depth at Varberg is 10 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.

The approach to Varberg is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Subbeberget Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the SSW with a nominal range of 17 NM. Other aids include Klåback (5.2 NM WNW), Morups Tånge (11.8 NM SSE), Kungsbacka Lighthouses (14.7 NM NNW), Fladen (15.3 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Varberg 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.

You can track vessels near Varberg (SEVAG) 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 SEVAG on the live map.

The Port of Varberg 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.

VARBERG (UN/Locode: SEVAG), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 57.11650° N, 12.23750° E.

Coordinates: 57.11650° N, 12.23750° E. Nearby terminals/ports:FALKENBERG — UN/Locode: SEFAG — 56.89314° N, 12.48275° EDONSO — UN/Locode: SEDON — 57.59982° N, 11.79169° EHALMSTAD — UN/Locode: SEHAD — 56.65500° N, 12.85800° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m; cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m; oil terminal depth 6.4m - 7.6m and maximum draft approx. 10 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: 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.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Offshore, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.