Abbenflether Wassersportverein e.V.

AWSV offers a welcoming, well-equipped stopover for tide-aware boaters, with excellent facilities, a warm club atmosphere, and great surrounding amenities. Address: Deichstraße 92, 21683 Stade–Bützfleth Coordinates: 53°39′44″ N, 9°29′21″ E Between buoys 97 and 99 on the west bank, the Bützflether Süderelbe enters the canal. The barrier of the Bützflether Süderelbe is generally open and is only closed during storm surges. The berths are located approximately 0.5 miles to starboard when entering the canal. The berths and the Bützflether Süderelbe are dry. Navigation is possible up to half tide at 1.65 Tg during normal high water. Located on the quiet Bützflether Süderelbe, a dead arm of the Elbe behind a storm barrier, close to the hamlet of Abbenfleth in the Stade region Entrance marked between green buoys 97 & 99; the barrier bridge (usually open) signals the entrance point Tidal Constraints Tide-dependent entrance: Generally navigable 3 hours before to 2–3 hours after high water, depending on draft (up to ~1.8 m draught) Floating jetties dry out at low water; soft mud bottom suitable even for keelboats Guest Mooring Information Plenty of guest berths available, clearly marked in green . Daily fee: Check prices at their website for any updates (includes electricity, water, showers) Harbor facilities are protected by code-secured pontoons, plus a small mast crane and adjacent crane pad Facilities & Amenities Well-equipped club: Clubhouse with lounge, kitchenette, sheltered terrace, grill area Restrooms and showers, workshop Enclosed land-for-boats area, light construction hall Onshore amenities: Heated outdoor pool in Bützfleth (~15 min walk), grocery stores, café Rental bicycles and bus links to Stade and Kehdingen On-site extras: playground near barrier, grill spot, wheelchair-accessible entry & parking . Local Attractions Festung Grauerort: historic artillery fortress ~2 km away, with guided tours and a small train on open days Beautiful riverside beach and playground nearby—dog-friendly . Heated public pool and café options in Bützfleth Navigation Tips Approach 3 h before to 2 h after high tide, favor incoming tide Watch for seasonal bar formations around the mouth—skipper guide suggests aligning with changing channels If barrier is closed (e.g. during flushing or storms), emergency berths are available on piles in front of the barrier . Club & Atmosphere Active club with ~80 members, open to both motorboats and sailing vessels Engaged community: regattas, seamanship training, social events as shared in logs . Excellent reviews (4.8/5) for a friendly, relaxed, well-equipped environment No pre-booking needed—just arrive during tide window and pay at the notice board by the bridge .