Altenbrucher Seesport Verein

Address: Meyerstr. 28, 27472 Cuxhaven Located about 5 km east of Cuxhaven on the Elbe, the club operates a small tidal sport-boat harbour with ~40 berths for vessels up to 2.5 m draft Coordinates: ~ 53°50′4″ N, 8°45′51″ E Tide & Entry Harbour dries at low water; inaccessible 1 hr before to 1 hr after lowest tide . At normal low water there's about 1 m depth in the inlet; outer berths may dry Entry is via channel marked by pricken; beware of passing ships—their wake can create strong suction Guest Mooring & Facilities Approximately 10 designated guest berths on floating jetties Full-service amenities: sanitary facilities, shore power, fresh water, and slipway Berthing fee paid via “Schlengel” box onsite . Dockmaster available at the club restaurant „Zur Schleuse”, which also handles guest registration Club & Community The ASV has ~250 members with ~35 vessels; organises regattas, harbour festival, Schipperball, film nights, winter walks Participation in club work (spring/fall) is expected Strong social scene—meet fellow sailors and motorboaters in a welcoming setting. Attractions & Access Dicke Berta lighthouse sits right at the harbour — must-see, even hosts events and weddings Village centre is ~2 km away, accessible by bike or foot. You can also spot U‑Boat Museum and St. Nicolai Church nearby Lovely Elbe beach with beach chairs right next to harbour Navigation Tips Tidal window: Moor 1 h before until 1 h after low water. Draft ≤ 1 m recommended at lowest tide; deeper boats risk grounding . Watch for silt buildup—club uses dredging and a dirt-spreader boat to maintain depth . Use marked pricken for safe entry; pass east of those markers to reach jetties No advance booking necessary—arrive during tidal window and register with the clubhouse restaurant. Tip: Plan arrival and departure around low water; follow pricken channel, mind ship wash, and enjoy the relaxed club scene.