Skagerrak, Strait between Denmark and Norway, connected to North Sea
The Skagerrak extends 240 kilometers in length with depths reaching 700 meters near the Norwegian coastline, creating varied marine environments.
The strait served as the primary maritime passage to the Baltic Sea before 1784, making it essential for northern European naval operations and trade.
Traditional fishing communities along the Danish and Norwegian coasts maintain generational practices of harvesting marine resources from these waters.
The strait accommodates over 7,500 vessels annually through established shipping lanes, connecting major ports in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden.
The waters contain 2,000 marine species, including cold-water coral reefs at Säcken and Tisler, forming complex underwater ecosystems.
Part of: North Sea
Shares border with: North Sea, Kattegat
GPS coordinates: 57.84722,9.07306
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:26
Maritime straits are essential passages for navigation and global trade. These natural waterways between lands connect oceans and seas, allowing the movement of merchant ships and international maritime transport. From the English Channel to the Strait of Malacca, these passages are crucial for the maritime economy and commercial exchanges between continents.
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