Wassersportverein Juliusplate - Berne e.V.

Natural harbor on the Weser’s western bank at river km 25 GPS: 53° 10.86′ N, 8° 31.07′ E Pre-registration (boat registration) is required; transient berths usually available but may fill during peak season . Harbour master or representative Harbormaster: Peter Rauer Phone: 0172 / 1710526 The best way to reach us is via WhatsApp and SMS... Approach & Tidal Access The entrance lies between buoy 113 and 113a, turning approximately 90° off the main Weser channel, just south of the Berne upper light Navigable from 3 hours before to 3 hours after high tide, depending on vessel draft; harbor dries out at low tide Channel is shallow and silty; rely on colored navigation marks and follow the marked route carefully . There is a sheet-pile wall (Spundwand) marking the southern side of the entrance—observe buoy line and stay southside as you approach the pontoon Harbor Layout & Transient Berths The club operates a pontoon and fixed docks with ~44 guest berths, typically available Ideal for smaller keelboats, but space is limited and the harbor dries out; some Weser-side berths may be too shallow for deeper-draft vessels . Slipway and mast crane available, but primarily reserved for members and annual berths Facilities & Services Water and shore power connections on pontoons Toilets and showers in the clubhouse; onboard trash disposal via containers on site Fuel (gasoline/diesel) available ~3 km away in central Berne at a service station Basic provisioning at a kiosk ~300 m away on the nearby camping site; restaurant also ~300 m with the ferry Tips The harbor falls dry at low tide—plan arrivals/departures within the tidal window (±3 h around high water) . Escort by harbor staff (when available); coordination via phone or likely VHF (check locally). Stay alert for silting in the entrance channel and heed the navigation marks and harbor master’s advice. Additional Information Harbor master Matthias Rauch emphasizes that guest boats are welcomed but placement depends on season and tidal conditions—booking ahead, especially when spring floods or high waters occur, is wise. The area is tranquil, sheltered within a nature-rich Weser arm, offering scenic kayaking via nearby self-service kayak rentals (e.g., “Kayakomat”).