Elsinore (DKHLS)

The Port of Elsinore (Helsingor), situated in the historic town of Helsingor, Denmark, serves as a critical maritime link between Denmark and Sweden. Renowned for its Ro-Ro ferry services, the port operates the shortest crossing between the two nations, connecting Helsingor with Helsingborg, Sweden. This strategic location not only facilitates passenger travel but also supports the movement of freight and buses between the two nations. The port is an integral part of the European Route E47, often referred to as the 'floating bridge' due to its role in facilitating seamless travel across the strait. In addition to its primary function as a ferry terminal, the Port of Elsinore is equipped to handle various types of cargo. The Royal Quay, situated within the harbour, accommodates cruise ships, dry cargo, and breakbulk operations, making it a versatile hub for maritime trade. Moreover, the inner harbour of Elsinore offers mooring options for recreational and pleasure vessels, making it a popular destination for leisure boating.

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Zone for ships of 100m or less in length. Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Elsinore is situated on the NE coast of Sjaelland, Denmark.

Max LOA 143m, beam 50m, draught 6.5m and unrestricted DWT (Royal Quay No. 3).

Approx 6,200,000 passengers handled annually.

Anchorage can be obtained in Helsinger Red, the roadstead which lies S of Kronborg Pynt (56°02'N., 012°38'E) between the Sjaelland coast and Disken, except close N of Snekkerstein (56°01'N., 012°36'E), where the holding ground is too soft and many abandoned anchors and cables lie on the bottom. Care is necessary in selecting the anchorage: When the roadstead is crowded, due to the strong current, which diminishes appreciably the greater the distance from Kronborg Pynt. When making the approach due to the intense ferry traffic. With a S winds, anchorage can be obtained on disken (56°00'N., 012°39'E) in depths of 8 to 9m, good holding ground. It is not advisable to anchor in the shallow part of Disken, as S gales strengthen the N going current and raise a heavy sea.

From a position of 0.2nm SE of Krongborg Light (56°02'N., 012°37'E), the track leads SW parallel to the coast to pass between the breakwater heads, marked by the lights (red and green round metal towers, 6m in height; the light on the N side is also shown by day in poor visibility), into Sondre Havn. Small white lights mark the extremities of the breakwaters on each side of the entrance, a single light on the S side and two on the N side. At night, the approximate alignment (270°) of a light (mast, 9m in height), situated on the W side of Sondre Havn close N of the ferry berths, midway between the breakwater lights, leads towards the harbour entrance.

BA 2594. Admiralty Pilot NP18.

Coastguard: Sovaernets Operative Kommando (SOK), Naval Command Denmark Telephone: +45 89 43 30 99

1015.

Trelleborg V- fenders are available at the Royal Quay. Bollard strength is 20t.

Pilotage is provided by the station located in Copenhagen and is compulsory for all tankers. Pilotage is available for other vessels, however, it is not compulsory. ..... Lat Long Remark Pilot Boarding 56°07.5'N 12°30.0'E Pilots board in the vicinity of M1 Lighted Buoy or further NW on request

The port limits are a line drawn from S Mole to the dividing line between the N Mole and Kronborg Castle.

Leading light: ..... Lat Long Remark Front light 56°02.0'N 012°37.1'E Grey mast, 11m in height Rear light - - Square brick tower, 12m in height) (77m farther WSW) Notes: The alignment (257.75°) of these lights leads WSW towards the ferry berth at the S most jetty, and are used by ferries to assess the set of the current.

The harbour entrance has a width of 61m and a depth of 7.0m. Speed within the harbour is restricted to 3kts, however, vessels may maintain a speed of 6kts during entry and departure

Range 0.2m. Abnormal water levels: Winds between WNW and N can raise water level by up to 1.5m; winds between ESE and S can lower it by 1.2m.The N going current sets from the head of the S breakwater towards the shore W of Kronhoved, a point 0.175nm NNE of the S breakwater head, then E past Kronborg Pynt. At the same time an eddy often sets W along the shore, turning S towards the harbour entrance. The S going current sets SW from Kronborg Pynt across the harbour entrance and can attain a velocity of 3kts.

Tugs are available from Copenhagen and Helsingborg.

Prevailing winds: W'ly. Ice: The harbour is kept open throughout the year, however, navigation may be hampered due to ice in severe winters.

HELSINGШR 56°02.07'N 12°37.25'E (ELSINORE, Sjжlland) UNCTAD LOCODE: DK HLS For details see: GENERAL NOTES ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 29/25 (Former update 23/25) The Danish Harbour Pilot Update June 2025, (RSDRA2025000316805), 29/25 ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

..... Deep Sea/Transit Pilots (DanPilot/Danish State Pilotage) contact info Call sign DanPilot Helsingor/Elsinore VHF Ch 16, 87 Telephone +45 63 256666 Email danpilot@danpilot.dk Port of Elsinore contact info VHF Ch 12, 16 Telephone +45 49 210515 Facsimile +45 49 281090 Email havnevaten@helsingor.dk Harbour Office contact info Telephone +45 4928 1080 Email nordhavnen@helsingor.dk

Officials will normally board on arrival. Danish Customs and Immigration Regulations apply.

..... 1. Cargo Manifest 2. Crew List 3. Passenger List 4. Tobacco List 5. Stores List

Vessels must notify the agent, via VHF Ch 16.

Vessels departing are required to wait for vessels entering. Vessels entering are required sound one long blast, in sufficient time. Berthing information will be sent via VHF Ch 12, prior to arrival.

Pratique is not required for Danish ports. Agent may request a Maritime Declaration of Health from the Master. Ship Sanitation Control and Exemption Certificates can be renewed in large ports.

NOR should be tendered in accordance with Charter Party terms.