Operations

Photo: Vadehavskysten

The Port of Esbjerg is located in the southwest of Denmark, right by the Wadden Sea National Park. The Port of Esbjerg is conveniently placed with access in route from ports in Norway, Great Britain, Germany, The Kieler Channel and the Danish Cruise Port Skagen.

Berths for cruise vessels
Cruise vessels are handled at various quays. The quays for cruise calls are within walking distance to the city centre, shopping areas as well as the ferry to Fanø, trains and busses to the historical city of Ribe and the original Legoland Park. From the quay side tour busses have easy access to roads leading to the various tour destinations. 

"Smørkaj" Pier 206-207
Located in "Færgehavn" - Berth length 238 m - depth 9,3 m
Receiving cruise vessels up to 230 m.
Walking distance to the city centre 1 km.

Englandskaj Pier 401 and 402
Berth length 312 m - depth 7.6 m.
Receiving cruise vessels up to 175 m.

When calling Englandskaj the vessel will be right by the local courthouse and only 300 m from the future walkway, crossing the traffic and bringing the passengers up and on the way to the city centre. (to be finished in 2018).
Walking distance to the city centre 1 km.
From the cruise vessel you will have a view over the city, the port and the island of Fanø.

Trafikhavnen (Traffic Harbour) Piers 112-103
Berth length 700 m - depth 10.5 m.
Receiving cruise vessels up to 225 m.

At Trafikhavnen the vessel will be close to the city centre and the 1. & 3. Bassin which are open to the public and home to a few fishing vessels.
Walking distance to the city centre 1 km. In connection with cruise calls a temporary fence will be set up to separate the passengers from the working activities on the harbor area and to maintain the ISPS standards of security. This also ensures easy access for passengers, crew and busses.

The port can be called by cruise vessels with a draft up to 10.5 m.
ISPS facility port. 
For services, prices and regulations in port, see:

Prices and regulations

Port control opening hours: 24/7
As to waste delivery the hours are 07.00-14.25 
Freshwater delivery available.
Cargo operation available - ships agent arranges stevedore.