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Gilleleje is an important commercial fishing harbour in northern Zealand, combining an active harbour with fish-auction and local seafood trade functions. It serves vessels working the Kattegat and nearby Danish waters.
UK time. Heights relative to mean sea level, not chart datum. Not for navigation.
12°C, partly cloudy; wind E 8 knots (force 3), gusts 12 knots; waves 0.2 m; sea temperature 12.5°C.
| Day | Highest waves | Wind | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 19 Oct | 0.3 m | F4 E, gusts 17 kt | Calm |
| Tue 20 Oct | 0.7 m | F4 E, gusts 25 kt | Moderate |
| Wed 21 Oct | 0.6 m | F4 SE, gusts 19 kt | Moderate |
| Thu 22 Oct | 0.6 m | F3 SW, gusts 16 kt | Moderate |
| Fri 23 Oct | 0.6 m | F4 SE, gusts 24 kt | Moderate |
| Sat 24 Oct | 1 m | F4 SE, gusts 33 kt | Moderate |
| Sun 25 Oct | 1 m | F6 SE, gusts 41 kt | Rough |
The town has deep roots in Danish coastal fishing and remains strongly connected to the sea. Its harbour has evolved to support both commercial activity and a local maritime economy.
Plaice, sole, cod, herring, mackerel, lobster
Gilleleje provides east-Denmark coverage for fresh-fish trading, local landings and specialist suppliers. It is a useful link between the Zealand market and the wider Danish seafood network.
🐟 Cod · 🐠 Mackerel · 🐠 Herring · 🐟 Plaice · 🐟 Sole · 🦞 Lobster