Yachthafen Borkum

Commonly referred to as Yachthafen Baalmann, Port Henry, or generically Yachthafen Borkum Yachthafen Borkum is a well-equipped, sheltered marina suitable for leisure sailors, offering solid services, easy transport links, and a charming on-site restaurant with harbour views. Just keep an eye on water depths and local traffic when planning entry during tidal changes. Yachthafen Borkum (also known as Yachthafen Baalmann or Port Henry), located on the southeast side of Borkum Island in the German Bight Latitude: ~53° 33′ 33″ N, Longitude: ~6° 44′ 34″ E Situated at the mouth of the Ems Estuary, on the sheltered Fischerbalje channel, south of the marked Ranzelgat fairway Approaching the Harbour Follow the Ranzelgat, a buoyed deep-water channel. South of the illuminated three-legged beacon, enter the Fischerbalje, with breakwater protection to the north Strong ferry traffic is common—navigate with caution Tidal streams and onshore winds (especially SW) may cause challenges; best to avoid entry during strong SW winds or at night Depth & Tidal Info Harbour depth ranges from 1.8 m below MLLW (Mean Lower Low Water) o 2.3 m at low tide after dredging in 2022 Chart-datum depths are conservative; add tide height for safe passage Mooring & Marina Facilities Offers approx. 250 berths across four main floating piers (length totaling ~300 m) – Pier I for >10 m boats, Pier II for 7–10 m, Pier III for boats under 7 m & Pier IV for long-term moorings . Marina capacity max: 20 m boat length, max draught 5 m Docks provide electricity, water, diesel station, sanitary facilities, laundry, waste collection, and showers Responsible for environmental waste handling, earning eco-certifications Additional services: harbourmaster assistance, off-season boat storage, bike hire, breakfast roll service . Transport & Local Access A bus stop and the narrow-gauge Borkumer Kleinbahn station are directly at the marina—coordinated with ferry arrivals and serve the island’s centre (~4–6 km away) Near to supermarkets, restaurants and a small beach and playground . Nearby Alternative Harbours Burkana Hafen: Operated by the local yachting club (WSVB). Similar access channel; robust facilities including diesel, water, showers, and a café. Limited guest berths Also nearby: main commercial protection harbour, used by workboats and the Feuerschiff museum . Safety & Nautical Tips Plan passages around tides—especially in shallow channels. Chart-datum depths are conservative; consider tide tables for safe clearance Use VHF Channel 17 (“Borkum Burkana Port Radio”) for contact Entering via the Seegaten Westerems or Hubertgat is standard; night entries or fresh/storm winds are risky