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Regulations on foreign vessels' entry into and navigation in Norwegian territorial
waters as of 01.01.25
Regulations on foreign vessels' entry into and navigation in Norwegian territorial
waters as of 01.01.25
Information according to SafeSeaNet, the official portal to which all vessels are referred to.
https://www.kystverket.no/en/port/safeseanet-norway/reporting-requirements/
Reporting to port authorities and the Norwegian Coastal Administration
Who needs to report arrival at a port?
All vessels with a gross tonnage of 300 or more must report ports of call in Norway. Exceptions apply to recreational craft that are less than 45 metres in length.
Skippers should send an e-mail to the police district where they plan to arrive at least 24 hours in advance.
See the Norway Police “Police Districts” page for the contact details (email, phone and address) to contact the police district that covers the expected Port of Entry.
Inform them of details concerning vessel and crew.
I think that should do it.
Cruise planning in Norwegian waters (web based info)
Cruise planning in Norwegian waters (web based info)
Cruising after Brexit and sailing in Europe (article in Yachting Monthly)
Temporary berths in Oslo area map
Charts and maps
Navionics webapp (worldwide except Denmark)
The Coastal Agency has a electronic chart page.
The Yellow pages has a service where you can view maps and arial photos.
A clean easy way to get an overview. Covers Norway, Denmark and Sweden. Hold down shift key to mark area.
Skippo is a newer uppgraded version where you can change between different maps and see suggestions for anchorages and habours. Also has overview of fueling stations.
GPS coordinates available. PGC Coordinate Converter
27.04.15
Nautical Paper Charts
The Norwegian Hydrographic Service has implemented a print on demand service.
It just means that resellers order what charts they need to put in their shelves. Printing becomes more streamlined and adjusted to demand. You have to be a little proactive when ordering charts as resellers might not stock as much as earlier.
Nautical Paper Charts (with tidal info)
Distributors of Nautical Charts Abroad
Weather
YR mapping page. Opens here with wind for S Norway. Clicking anywhere on map brings up a scrollable marinogram.
This application is coming out with new features all the time. One man implementing ideas as they pop up. Even has a great planning tool for measuring distance.
VHF channel plan for Norway.
The following publications are invaluable in planning and executing your cruise
The following publications are invaluable in planning and executing your cruise
“Any yachtsman even contemplating a visit to this loveliest of cruising areas could be considered negligent if he did not buy this book.” RHR, Cruising
One reader commented: '...The author finds it difficult to avoid superlatives when talking about Norwegian scenery. I find it equally difficult to avoid superlatives when talking about this book. I am impressed. Also most Norwegians may learn a lot of facts from this excellent book. This will remain a classic, and will come in new editions in the foreseeable future...'
David and Judy Lomax
David and Judy Lomax
A beautifully illustrated introduction to cruising in Norway. Produced to illustrate a lecture by David and Judy Lomax. Judy Lomax, the author of the RCC Pilotage Foundation book Norway has kindly allowed a link to be made available here.
Explore with Imray offers content from Imray’s world-renowned library of pilot books in a new digital, geolocated format. The information in the books we publish is researched first hand by experienced sailors. In addition, it includes information from networks of local contacts built up over many years, and data from official hydrographic offices, organisations and institutions.
Alongside this wealth of information members can submit updates which will be checked by authors and Imray to provide a level of confidence in the data, and new locations not included in the books can be added. You can also create your own locations.
English language guide for mariners.
English language guide for mariners.
Havneguiden on different platforms
Havneguiden on different platforms
Sail to Svalbard
Sail to Svalbard
Imray had it in stock
By Jon Amtrup
Svalbard is a reasonable accessible sailing dream for many people. With a fair wind it takes only three days from mainland Norway to reach Hornsund. From there on it is beautiful, but demanding sailing all the way.
In the few summer months of 2010 80 skippers on sailing yachts where in the area, and the numbers keep rising.
So if you want to experience some midnight sun, Polar Bears, ice, whalerus, seal, desolate anchorages and fantastic nature it’s time to set a date and start making plans. It will be worth all the effort and preparations.
It will make you a better sailor and give you memories that will possibly fuel your dreams to go even further.
Sail to Svalbard is the most comprehensive cruising guide to Svalbard, and contains all the necessary information regarding preparations, permits, SAR, how to handle Polar Bears and all the harbours and wild anchorages.
High Latitude Sailing – How to sail the cold waters of the world
High Latitude Sailing – How to sail the cold waters of the world
– It is not without risks to sail in the high latitudes, but the rewards are far greater – given you prepare yourself, the crew and the boat. This is what this book is about, says Jon Amtrup, author of the book
Order direct: “High Latitude Sailing – How to sail in the cold waters of the world”.
How to sail the Norwegian Coast
How to sail the Norwegian Coast
By Jon Amtrup
Have you ever dreamt of sailing the Norwegian coast? If yes; this book will give you all the info and practical advice you need to set your course for probably the most beautiful coast in the world. If not; this book will inspire you to dream of sailing here on your own keel with its over 60 harbors you definitely should visit. But best of all is the thousands of scenic and secluded anchorages you can find on your own between Lindesnes, the southernmost place in Norway, and Lofoten.
The book How to sail the Norwegian Coast is finally here in English. So far it has only been in Norwegian, and it has been a best-seller among Norwegian, Swedish, and Danish sailors who wanted to sail North. But now it has been translated and adapted for English-speaking sailors. It is published in Kindle format.
Buy How to sail the Norwegian Coast on Amazon
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