DK Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
A UN/LOCODE such as DKAHS identifies Aarhus in Denmark. The first two characters identify the country or territory, while the final three characters identify the location.
Seaports in Denmark: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Denmark has 185 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database and serves as a strategic North European maritime gateway between the North Sea, the Baltic Sea and continental European markets.
Explore Danish port codes, principal cargo gateways, regional port clusters and indicative shipping connections for 2026 planning.
Denmark Port Overview
Denmark combines container, ro-ro, ferry, bulk, energy and project-cargo facilities across Jutland, Zealand, Funen and the Danish islands. The figures below distinguish Ecer Freight indexed coverage from official operational statistics.
185
Denmark ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National port cargo total, 2025: official comparable figure and YoY change not published in the reviewed snapshot
Statistics Denmark · 2025
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National container throughput, 2025: official consolidated TEU figure and YoY change not published in the reviewed snapshot
Statistics Denmark · 2025
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National commercial-berth total, 2025: no single official consolidated figure or YoY change identified
Danish Maritime Authority · 2025
How many seaports does Denmark have?
Denmark has 185 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed-coverage figure, not a national legal count of every harbour or berth.
Which is Denmark's largest or busiest container gateway?
Aarhus is generally regarded as Denmark's leading container gateway, while Copenhagen is a major multipurpose, cruise and regional logistics port. The corresponding indexed codes are DKAHS and DKCOP.
Which areas handle the main Danish cargo flows?
The main cargo regions are the Aarhus–Fredericia corridor, the Copenhagen and eastern Zealand gateway, North Jutland around Aalborg and Skagen, and western Jutland around Esbjerg.
Top Ports in Denmark by Commercial Relevance
The table follows the principal Danish ports represented in the supplied Ecer Freight sample. Denmark does not have a consistently published national league table that assigns comparable 2025 global ranks and TEU figures to every port, so unavailable fields are shown consistently as em dashes rather than estimated.
Selected Danish ports and indicative 2025 data availability
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Copenhagen | DKCOP | — | — | Eastern Zealand |
| — | Aarhus | DKAHS | — | — | Central Jutland |
| — | Aalborg | DKABG | — | — | North Jutland |
| — | Fredericia | DKFRE | — | — | South and Central Jutland |
| — | Nakskov | DKNKV | — | — | Lolland |
| — | Kalundborg | DKKAL | — | — | Western Zealand |
| — | Skagen | DKSKN | — | — | North Jutland |
| — | Esbjerg | DKESB | — | — | Western Jutland |
| — | Odense | DKODE | — | — | Funen |
| — | Vordingborg Sydhavnen | DKVBS | — | — | Southern Zealand |
Denmark Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Danish port selection depends on the cargo profile, inland delivery point, ferry or feeder schedule, draft requirements and the availability of equipment. The regional groupings below use the supplied port records.
Eastern Zealand and the Baltic Gateway
Ports around Zealand support metropolitan distribution, Baltic connections, ro-ro activity, cruise calls and project cargo.
Ports in eastern and southern Zealand
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen | DKCOP | Copenhagen | Container, ro-ro, cruise and multipurpose cargo |
| Copenhagen | DKCPH | Copenhagen | City and terminal-level port record |
| Kalundborg | DKKAL | Kalundborg | Industrial, liquid bulk and multipurpose cargo |
| Vordingborg Sydhavnen | DKVBS | Vordingborg Sydhavnen | Bulk, project and regional cargo |
| Naestved | DKNAE | Naestved | Local bulk and general cargo |
| Koge | DKKOG | Koge | Regional distribution and general cargo |
Jutland Container and Industrial Corridor
The eastern Jutland corridor links Denmark's manufacturing base with container, energy, ferry, dry-bulk and project-cargo services.
Ports in central and southern Jutland
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aarhus | DKAHS | Aarhus | Container, ro-ro, bulk and multipurpose cargo |
| Fredericia | DKFRE | — | Energy, liquid bulk, dry bulk and industrial cargo |
| Fredericia | DKFRC | Fredericia | Terminal-level industrial and bulk cargo |
| Odense | DKODE | Odense | General, project and manufacturing-related cargo |
| Kolding | DKKOL | Kolding | Regional general cargo and distribution |
| Horsens | DKHOR | Horsens | Bulk, general and industrial cargo |
| Grenaa | DKGRE | Grenaa | Ferry, ro-ro, bulk and project cargo |
North Jutland and Kattegat
North Jutland ports support feeder, ferry, fishing, bulk, energy and short-sea flows through the Kattegat and Skagerrak approaches.
Ports in North Jutland
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aalborg | DKABG | Aalborg | Bulk, project, general and regional cargo |
| Aalborg | DKAAL | Aalborg | Terminal-level port and industrial cargo |
| Skagen | DKSKN | Skagen | Fishing, bunkering, bulk and short-sea cargo |
| Hirtshals | DKHIR | Hirtshals | Ferry, ro-ro, fish and short-sea cargo |
| Frederikshavn | DKFDH | Frederikshavn | Ferry, ro-ro, vehicle and general cargo |
| Randers | DKRAN | Randers | Bulk and inland-connected regional cargo |
Western Jutland, Funen and Southern Islands
Western and southern ports serve North Sea access, offshore supply, agriculture, energy, bulk and local manufacturing communities.
Ports in western Jutland, Funen and the southern islands
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esbjerg | DKESB | Esbjerg | Offshore, project, ro-ro and general cargo |
| Nakskov | DKNKV | Nakskov | Bulk, agricultural and regional cargo |
| Aabenraa | DKAAB | Aabenraa | Dry bulk, project and industrial cargo |
| Assens | DKASS | Assens | Local general and bulk cargo |
| Faaborg | DKFAA | Faaborg | Regional general and agricultural cargo |
| Rodbyhavn | DKROD | Rodbyhavn | Ferry and ro-ro cargo |
Denmark Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
Danish port identifiers generally use the DK country prefix followed by a three-character location code. Always confirm the operational terminal, carrier booking code and customs details before shipment release.
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
A city may appear more than once in a port directory where separate city-level, terminal-level or legacy records exist. Copenhagen, Aalborg and Fredericia illustrate why the exact code should be matched to the carrier booking instruction.
How to Verify a Danish Port Code
Compare the code against the UNECE UN/LOCODE framework and the Ecer Freight port directory. The shipping line, terminal operator and customs broker should confirm the final operational code.
Shipping from Denmark: Main Trade Lanes
Transit times depend on the carrier rotation, transshipment point, season, equipment availability, customs status and final delivery location. The following lanes are indicative rather than guaranteed sailing schedules.
Denmark to Northern Europe
A short-sea and feeder-oriented lane for industrial goods, retail cargo and regional distribution across the North Sea and Baltic markets.
Denmark to the United Kingdom
Services connect Danish container and ro-ro gateways with British distribution centres, with routing dependent on the selected carrier network.
Denmark to the Mediterranean
Longer services generally use North European hub ports and Mediterranean transshipment connections for machinery, food products and manufactured cargo.
Denmark to Asia and North America
Intercontinental cargo is commonly routed through major North European hubs before ocean carriage to Asian or North American gateways.
Data Sources and Methodology
This page separates first-party indexed coverage from official statistics and operational estimates. Port selection reflects the supplied Ecer Freight sample, which is ordered by business activity and is not a legal register or a global TEU ranking.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — 185 Denmark ports and terminals indexed in the Nov 2026 first-party snapshot.
- United Nations Economic Commission for Europe — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference framework.
- Statistics Denmark — official transport and port-statistics reference, with the latest complete annual context reviewed for 2025 where available.
- Danish Maritime Authority — national maritime administration and port-related regulatory context.
- Port of Aarhus — port-specific operational and cargo context for Denmark's principal container gateway.
Denmark Seaport FAQ
How many seaports does Denmark have?
Denmark has 185 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot. The figure represents indexed coverage and should not be interpreted as a statutory count of all Danish harbours.
Which is the main container port in Denmark?
Aarhus is generally Denmark's leading container gateway and is listed with the UN/LOCODE DKAHS. Copenhagen, coded DKCOP, is also an important multipurpose and regional logistics gateway.
What is the UN/LOCODE prefix for Denmark?
The UN/LOCODE country prefix for Denmark is DK. Examples in the Ecer Freight directory include DKAHS for Aarhus, DKCOP for Copenhagen and DKABG for Aalborg.
Which Danish port regions are important for cargo?
The main clusters include eastern Zealand, central and southern Jutland, North Jutland, western Jutland and Funen. Cargo roles vary from containers and ro-ro to energy, bulk, offshore and project cargo.
Are the throughput figures global rankings?
No. The indexed count of 185 is an Ecer Freight database measure, while throughput and TEU figures are official or port-specific operational measures. They should not be mixed or treated as equivalent metrics.
How current is the Denmark port information?
The database snapshot was reviewed in Nov 2026, with 2025 treated as the most recent complete statistical year. Port schedules, terminal restrictions, rates and availability remain subject to confirmation at booking.
How can shippers request Denmark ocean freight rates?
Shippers can compare available FCL sea freight rates or LCL sea freight rates. A firm quotation normally requires origin, destination, commodity, weight, dimensions, equipment and requested sailing date.
Editorial note: This Denmark port guide combines Ecer Freight's first-party port index with public maritime and statistical references. Indexed coverage is refreshed through database updates, while official throughput, TEU and infrastructure figures are reviewed against the latest available annual releases. Schedules, port calls, rates and terminal acceptance remain subject to confirmation.
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