Kolobrzeg

1. Kolobrzeg (Kolberg) pilot boarding Pilot boards54°12.0′N 015°32.0′E

Size limits

LOA 85m, draught 4.7m, 2,000DWT

Water density

1006.

Tides

Range 1.0m. In the vicinity of Kolobrzeg, the coastal current flows across the entrance of the harbour. With winds from NE, through E, to the SE it sets W, and with winds from the NW, through W, to the SW it sets E. With winds from the NE, through the N, to the NW the current may set either E or W.

The coastal current is strongest when gales blow parallel to the coast, and may then attain a rate of 2.5kts.

The current of the river flows outwards, usually at a rate of 1kt. After heavy rains it can often attain a rate of 3kts but when ice is in motion, it may reach 5kts.

In the summer the level of the water usually falls 0.3m, and during all seasons short water level variations may occur depending on weather (wind) conditions.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

The entrance of the port is formed by two slightly curving breakwaters, the E of which extends 500m seawards and the W breakwater extends 450m with an entrance width of 84m. There is a turning basin within the port with a diameter of 100m. The approach is dredged to 8.0m, within the breakwater the depth is 6.0m and 5.0m within the harbour.

Directions: From Kol Lightbuoy (safe water), moored approx 2.5nm NW of the entrance, the line of bearing (148°), of the grain elevators, leads 2nm SE. Then alter course to 122.5° to bring the Zaslubin z Morzem monument in to line with the E mole Light, then keep midway between the moles, entering at lowest speed consistent with steerage way being careful not to approach too close to the stone scarp protecting the outer side of the E mole head.

Careful attention must be paid to the current which sets across the entrance, and the approach must be made so that the course made good will lead straight in. Otherwise, there is danger of being set against one of the moles, under the influence of the currents out of the river and along the coast, which meet off the heads of the moles. Hawsers must be ready, and speed reduced inside the moles.

Caution: During high sea levels entering the harbour is difficult and may be dangerous. During strong gales vessels should not attempt to enter the harbour but stay at sea.

Traffic schemes and VTS

There is no traffic scheme in operation.

Anchorages

The best anchorage in the roadstead off Kolobrzeg, is in depths of 12.0-14.0m with Kolobrzeg Cathedral bearing 133° and Trzebiatow Church bearing 228°. At night, in a depth of 12.0m with Kolobrzeg Light bearing 133° and Gaski light bearing 085°.

Anchoring is prohibited within a rectangular area, with its centre 9nm N of Kolobrzeg.

Tugs

Not Available. Pilot boat is used to help vessels turn.

Charts and publications

BA 2816, 2150. Admiralty Pilot NP19, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Masters are required to give 2 hours pre arrival notification.

Health

Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates issued.

Flags

Vessels hoist the Polish flag during daytime when in the port.

Notices and regulations

Harbour Byelaws (2003) issued by The Director of Maritime Office.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

Designated Authority: Ministry of Infrastructure, Maritime Transport Department.

Position: Deputy Director.

Address: ul Chalubinskiego 4/6, PL-00-928 Warszawa, Poland.

Tel: +48 22 630 1540.

Fax: +48 22 830 0947.

Mob:+48 502 502 414.

Website: http://www.mi.gov.pl

For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org

Repairs

Minor repairs are available. Mechanical lift dock with a maximum capacity of 200t, LOA 28m, draught of 3.5m.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available but in small quantities.

Bunkering: Gas and oil available in limited quantities.

Stores: Available

Medical

Nearest hospital: Regional Hospital (0.1km)

Crew change

Possible.

Transport

Nearest airport: Goleniow K Szczecina (100km)

Nearest railway: Kolobrzeg Stadion (0.3km)

Working hours

Normally 0600-2200hrs.

Where it is

Kolobrzeg is situated in the central part of the Polish Baltic coast, in the estuary of the River Parseta.

The port

The port, the sixth largest commercial port in Poland, has a total quayage length of 2,500m (including the fishing port), with berths handling dry bulk cargo, grain, feed stuff, timber and general cargo. The commercial berths are located on the E side and the fishing berths on the W side of the port.

Prolonged stormy weather causes silting within the harbour and the authorities should be consulted for the latest depth information.

Where does the pilot board at Kolobrzeg?

The pilot boards at Kolobrzeg (Kolberg) pilot boarding, 54°12.0′N 015°32.0′E.

What time zone is Kolobrzeg in?

Local time at Kolobrzeg is UTC+1. Clocks go to UTC+2 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+1 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the water density at Kolobrzeg?

1006.

Who carries out Port State Control at Kolobrzeg?

Port State Control at Kolobrzeg: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Kolobrzeg?

The UN/LOCODE of Kolobrzeg is PLKOL.

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