Port of Leer

Leer (UN/LOCODE: DELEE) is a strategically positioned German port situated in Lower Saxony (Niedersachsen), with coordinates 53.235657°N, 7.4679018°E and operating in the Europe/Berlin timezone. As a key logistics hub on the Ems River, Leer facilitates extensive inland waterway traffic linking the North Sea to central Europe, supporting container handling, bulk cargo, and intermodal transshipment. The port’s modern facilities serve shippers seeking efficient distribution networks across the German hinterland and beyond. Proximity to major highway and rail corridors enhances connectivity, making Leer an essential node for regional trade and maritime commerce and contributes to the competitiveness of German export markets industry.