Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VEU473S - Gulf of Bothnia, North - microSD™/SD™
Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VEU473S - Gulf of Bothnia, North - microSD™/SD™ — Product description
Navigate the Northern Gulf of Bothnia with Confidence
Heading out to the crisp waters of the Northern Gulf of Bothnia? From the shores near Umeå in Sweden to Vaasa in Finland, this stretch offers stunning coastlines, intricate island chains, and prime fishing grounds. But with shifting sands, narrow channels, and remote lakes like Tjeggelvas or Hornavan, precise navigation is essential. That's where this advanced chart solution shines, delivering razor-sharp details tailored for the region.
Boaters and anglers praise its seamless blend of Garmin's proven reliability and enhanced visuals that make spotting hazards or hotspots intuitive. Whether you're dodging shallows around Luleå, plotting a course past Hailuoto Island, or exploring inland waters like Uddjaur, you'll gain an edge with features designed for real-world adventures in this unique Baltic playground.
Key Features That Elevate Your On-Water Experience
These charts go beyond basic mapping. They integrate cutting-edge tools to simplify complex navigation while uncovering the Gulf's hidden gems.
- Auto Guidance Technology: Pick your destination, set your preferred depth and clearance, and watch as it plots a safe, suggested path—perfect for threading through the archipelago near Pietarsaari or Oulu.
- Depth Range Shading: Visualize up to 10 customizable depth bands at a glance, helping you target productive zones or steer clear of trouble in variable bottoms common here.
- Ultra-Fine Contours: Down to 1-foot intervals reveal subtle bottom structures, ideal for jigging over reefs or reading lake beds in Storavan.
- Shallow Water Shading: User-defined highlights flag risky shallows, a lifesaver in the Gulf's dynamic coastal flats.
- Satellite Overlay and Aerial Photos: Blend high-res imagery with charts for a lifelike perspective—spot docks in Haparanda marinas or approach Vallgrund confidently.
- 3D Immersive Views: Dive into FishEye for underwater contour previews or MarinerEye for above-and-below panoramas, syncing with sonar for custom fish-finding displays.
Compatible with leading chartplotters via microSD/SD, it loads quickly and updates your display with shaded relief for lifelike terrain representation.
Tailored Coverage for Gulf of Bothnia Explorers
This chart zeroes in on the northern Gulf's hotspots: detailed hydrography from Swedish lakes like Fluka to Finnish harbors in Oulu. Expect port plans for key cities, island intricacies around Hailuoto, and inland extensions that open up multi-day itineraries. Anglers targeting perch or pike in Hornavan will love the contour precision, while cruisers appreciate the marina photography for stress-free arrivals.
In a region prone to fog and fast currents, these tools reduce guesswork. Pair with your plotter's sonar overlay for live bottom tracking, turning data into actionable insights during golden-hour bites or twilight runs.
Why Boaters Rely on These Charts in Challenging Waters
Real users highlight how the integrated data fusion minimizes screen clutter, letting you focus on the helm. In the Gulf's maze of skerries, Auto Guidance has prevented groundings by anticipating overhead bridges or cable areas. Fishermen report better hauls thanks to contour-driven spot selection, while families cruising to remote coves value the aerial views for planning safe anchors.
It's not just about getting there—it's about enjoying the journey with tools that adapt to your style, from weekend warriors to seasoned skippers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas does this chart cover in the Gulf of Bothnia?
It provides detailed mapping of the northern Gulf from Umeå, Sweden, to Vaasa, Finland, including lakes like Tjeggelvas, Hornavan, and inland spots, plus cities such as Pietarsaari, Oulu, Luleå, Haparanda, and islands like Vallgrund and Hailuoto.
How does Auto Guidance work on these charts?
Select a waypoint, input your boat's draft and clearance needs, and it generates a suggested route highlighting safe paths and obstacles—great for planning but always verify with active navigation.
Can I customize depth shading for fishing?
Yes, with up to 10 depth ranges and user-set shallow water shading, you can highlight prime fishing depths or hazards, syncing visuals with your sonar for targeted spots.
What 3D views are available?
FishEye offers an underwater 3D bottom view, MarinerEye combines above- and below-water perspectives, both enhancing contour and sonar integration for immersive navigation.
Is it suitable for both coastal cruising and inland lakes?
Absolutely—covers coastal details from harbors to islands, plus specific Swedish lakes like Uddjaur and Storavan, with fine contours for versatile use.
How does satellite imagery help in unfamiliar areas?
Overlaid high-res satellite photos and aerial images provide realistic landmarks, aiding precise approaches to ports, marinas, or channels you're visiting for the first time.
Experience unparalleled coverage and brilliant detail when you're on the water with charts that feature integrated Navionics ® data, Auto Guidance technology and more.
Garmin 010C081700 Attributes
- Compatibility: Compatible With Chart Plotters
- Chart Coverage: VEU473S Gulf Of Bothnia And North
- Storage: On SD/ Micro-SD Card
Garmin 010C081700 Features & Benefits
- Provides Exceptional Coverage, Clarity And Detail With Coastal Charts That Feature Integrated Garmin And Navionics ® Data
- Auto Guidance Technology Calculates A Route Using Your Desired Depth And Overhead Clearance And Provides A Suggested Path To Follow
- Provides Depth Range Shading For Up To 10 Depth Ranges, Enabling You To View Your Target Depth At A Glance
- Up To 1 Foot Contours Provide A More Accurate Depiction Of The Bottom Structure For Improved Fishing Charts
- To Give A Clear Picture Of Shallow Waters To Avoid, The Shallow Water Shading Allows For Shading At A User-Defined Depth
- High-Resolution Satellite Imagery With Navigational Charts Overlaid Gives You A Realistic View Of Your Surroundings
- FishEye View - This Underwater Perspective Shows 3-D Representation Of Bottom And Contours As Seen From Below The Waterline
- MarinerEye View - This View Provides A 3-D Representation Of The Surrounding Area Both Above And Below The Waterline
- Crystal-Clear Aerial Photography Shows Exceptional Detail Of Many Ports, Harbors And Marinas And Is Ideal When Entering Unfamiliar Ports
- Limited One Year Consumer Warranty
Garmin 010C081700 Warranties
BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VEU473S - Gulf of Bothnia, North - microSD™/SD™
Coverage:
Detailed coverage of the Northern portion of the Gulf of Bothnia from Umea, Sweden to Vassa, Finland. Coverage includes lakes Tjeggelvas, Hornavan, Uddjaur, Aisjaur, Fluka, and Storavan in Sweden. Also includes detailed coverage of the cities of Pietarsaari and Oulu in Finland and Lulea and Happaranda in Sweden, and the islands of Vallgrund and Hailuoto.
Premier Coastal Charts
- Industry-leading coverage, clarity and detail with updated coastal charts that feature integrated Garmin and Navionics® content
- Auto Guidance¹ technology quickly calculates a suggested route by using your desired depth and overhead clearance
- Includes Depth Range Shading for up to 10 depth ranges, enabling you to view your target depth at a glance
- Up to 1’ contours provide a more accurate depiction of the bottom structure for improved fishing charts
- To give a clear picture of shallow waters to avoid, the Shallow Water Shading allows for shading at a user-defined depth
Experience unparalleled coverage and brilliant detail when you’re on the water. BlueChart g3 Vision coastal charts provide industry-leading coverage, clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics content.
Auto Guidance
Whether you are fishing or cruising, select a spot, and get a route showing you the general path and nearby obstructions at a safe depth1.
Depth Range Shading
This feature displays high-resolution Depth Range Shading for up to 10 depth ranges so you can view your designated target depth.
Shallow Water Shading
To give a clear picture of shallow waters to avoid, this feature allows for shading at a user-defined depth.
Detailed Contours
BlueChart g3 Vision charts feature 1’ contours that provide a more accurate depiction of bottom structure for improved fishing charts and enhanced detail in swamps, canals and port plans.
High-resolution Satellite Imagery
High-resolution satellite imagery with navigational charts overlaid gives you a realistic view of your surroundings. It’s our most realistic charting display in a chartplotter — ideal for entering unfamiliar harbors or ports.
FishEye View
This underwater perspective shows 3-D representation of bottom and contours as seen from below the waterline. Interface with sonar data for a customized view.
MarinerEye View
This view provides a 3-D representation of the surrounding area both above and below the waterline.
Aerial Photography
Crystal-clear aerial photography shows exceptional detail of many ports, harbors and marinas and is ideal when entering unfamiliar ports.
¹Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation practices
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.Experience unparalleled coverage and exquisite details on the water. BlueChart g3 Vision coastal chart provides industry-leading coverage, clarity and detailed information, and integrates...
SKU: NVN-30785
MPN: 010-C0817-00
UPC: 753759069971
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VEU473S - Gulf of Bothnia, North - microSD™/SD™ |
| SKU / MFR# | 30785 |
Set product metafields under specs.* to populate this table.
Frequently asked questions
No questions yet. Got one? Drop us a line.
