Kemi

As the northernmost cruise port in the Baltic Sea and Lapland’s only cruise harbour, the Port of Kemi provides cruise lines with a strategic and flexible option for itinerary planning in Northern Europe. Located at the Port of Ajos, just 15 minutes from Kemi’s compact city centre, the port enables efficient cruise calls as well as smooth turnaround operations with short transfer times and clear passenger logistics. Its location offers direct access to Sea Lapland and the wider Lapland region, making Kemi well suited for both summer and winter season. As interest in northern routes continues to grow, the Port of Kemi offers cruise lines a distinctive “Lapland by the sea” experience and a compelling northern anchor point for innovative seasonal and Arctic-focused itineraries.

Port of Kemi was founded 1869 togethet with City of Kemi – read here the history https://www.portofkemi.fi/en/portofkemi/history/

Hanseatic Nature visiting Port of Kemi in February 2026.

Currency

Euro

Language

Finnish, English

Technical information

Berth 2

Length
178m
Safe clearance depth
11,2m
Fender type
Arch fenders
Distance between fenders
9m
Bollard type
PTT1000
Bollard SWL
100 tons
Distance between bollards
20m
LNG and biofuel bunkering
No

Berth 3

Length
178m
Safe clearance depth
11,2m
Fender type
Arch fenders
Distance between fenders
9m
Bollard type
PTT1000
Bollard SWL
100 tons
Distance between bollards
20m
LNG and biofuel bunkering
No

Berth 4

Length
292m
Safe clearance depth
9,1m
Fender type
Arch fenders
Distance between fenders
9m
Bollard type
PTT1000
Bollard SWL
100 tons
Distance between bollards
20m
LNG and biofuel bunkering
No

Berth 5

Length
179m
Safe clearance depth
9,1m
Fender type
Arch fenders
Distance between fenders
9m
Bollard type
PTT1000
Bollard SWL
100 tons
Distance between bollards
20m
LNG and biofuel bunkering
No

Berth 6

Length
160m
Safe clearance depth
10,6m
Fender type
Rubber tyres
Distance between fenders
5m
Bollard type
PTT1000
Bollard SWL
100 tons
Distance between bollards
20m
LNG and biofuel bunkering
No

Berth 7

Length
420m
Safe clearance depth
13,5m
Fender type
Arch fenders
Distance between fenders
9m
Bollard type
PTT1000
Bollard SWL
100 tons + one bollard 200 tons
Distance between bollards
18m
LNG and biofuel bunkering
Yes

Anchorage

Yes

Air draught

No limits

Turnaround possibilities

1Yes

Port-specific information

Port of Kemi is located at the Port of Ajos, approximately 15 minutes from Kemi city centre, about 720 kilometres north of Helsinki, 110 kilometres from Oulu and 120 kilometres from Rovaniemi. Situated close to the Finnish–Swedish border, the port also provides easy access to Haparanda and Swedish Lapland.

Video material

Welcome to the Port of Kemi!

Set on the shores of the Bothnian Bay, Kemi is where Arctic sea views, island nature, and authentic northern charm come together. Known as the gateway to Lapland by the sea, Kemi offers unforgettable experiences beneath the Northern Lights and the glow of the Midnight Sun.

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