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Hof – Germany Container Depot

HZ-Containers has the option of selling decommissioned ISO maritime containers stored in a professional container depot in Hof (Bavaria, Germany). Hof is located only 15–20 kilometres from the Czech border, directly at the intersection of the A9, A72 and A93 motorways. Thanks to this, our depot is exceptionally well accessible for Czech companies, tradespeople and individuals looking for quality decommissioned containers at fair prices. Customers pick up the container with their own transport – we make sure it is ready precisely at the agreed time.

Why buy decommissioned maritime containers

Strategic location within reach of the Czech Republic

Hof is located in Upper Franconia, in close proximity to the Czech-German border. The distance from Hof to Cheb is approximately 50 km, to Karlovy Vary 80 km and to Plzeň roughly 160 km. Three motorways – A9 (Berlin–Munich), A72 (Hof–Dresden) and A93 (Hof–Regensburg) – meet at Hof in the Hochfranken motorway triangle and the Bayerisches Vogtland motorway interchange.

For you as a customer, this means that the containers are stored in a professional environment with a solid surface, security and experienced staff. Loading is carried out using heavy cranes – the container is safely placed on your transport vehicle within a few minutes.

How to choose a quality decommissioned container – what to look for

What quality categories of decommissioned containers do we distinguish

Decommissioned maritime containers on the market are divided into several standardised categories. Each has its place depending on what you expect from the container:

Category	Description	Typical age	Suitable use
Cargo Worthy (CW)	Certified for further maritime transport, meets CSC standards.	8–15 years	Active transport, export, intermodal logistics
Wind & Water Tight (WWT)	Tight against wind and water, with visible signs of wear.	10–15 years	Storage, construction sites, workshops, garages
AS-IS	Sold “as is”, without warranties.	Various	Projects, budget solutions, dismantling

WWT is the ideal choice for the vast majority of our customers – you get a fully functional, watertight container that will reliably protect your property, at a price significantly lower than the Cargo Worthy category.

What types of containers we offer

Standard storage and transport containers

Below are the main types of containers you will commonly encounter in our range. Specific units currently in stock at the Hof depot can be found in the offer below on this page.

Container type	External dimensions (l × w × h)	Internal volume	Typical use
10ft mini container	3.05 × 2.44 × 2.59 m	~14 m³	Small storage, garden houses, stalls
20ft standard	6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 m	~33 m³	Construction storage, garages, workshops, transport
40ft standard	12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59 m	~67 m³	Large warehouses, archives, agricultural storage
40ft High Cube	12.19 × 2.44 × 2.90 m	~76 m³	Bulky storage, workshops, conversions to housing

How the purchase and pickup of a container from the Hof depot works

Step by step: from selection to loading

The purchase of a decommissioned maritime container from our depot in Hof takes place in four simple steps:

Container selection – browse our current offer below. For each container you will find photos, dimensions, quality grade and price.
Order and payment – after selection, contact us. We will issue an invoice and once the payment is credited, the container is reserved in your name.
Agreeing on a pickup date – after payment you will receive precise instructions for pickup. The pickup date must be agreed in advance – the depot operates on working days during standard working hours.
Pickup – you arrive with your own transport. The depot staff will professionally load the container onto your transport vehicle.

What you need to know before travelling to the depot

The Contargo Hof container depot (Bernd-Hering-Straße 28, 95032 Hof) is a professional logistics area. Upon entry, report to the gatehouse, where you will provide your container number and release. The staff will direct you to the correct loading location.

Please note: HZ-Containers exclusively sells decommissioned containers – we do not rent them. After purchase, the container becomes your property and you arrange its removal yourself.

Prices of decommissioned maritime containers – indicative overview

What affects the price of a decommissioned container

The price of a decommissioned maritime container is determined by five main factors:

Quality grade – Cargo Worthy is more expensive than WWT, AS-IS is the cheapest.
Age – newer years of manufacture are priced higher, but the current technical condition is always decisive, not the year of manufacture itself.
Size – a 40ft container costs more than a 20ft, but calculated per square metre of storage area it works out more favourably.
Type – special containers (reefer, High Cube, construction) are more expensive than standard ones.
Current market situation – steel prices, maritime transport and demand in the region continuously affect the price.

How far is Hof from individual Czech cities

City	Distance from Hof	Approximate travel time
Cheb	~50 km	40 min
Karlovy Vary	~80 km	1 h
Plzeň	~160 km	1 h 50 min
Praha	~290 km	2 h 40 min
Ústí nad Labem	~220 km	2 h 10 min
České Budějovice	~300 km	3 h

Frequently asked questions

Do you also offer new maritime containers, or only decommissioned ones?

We specialise in the sale of decommissioned maritime containers, which offer the best ratio of price and utility value. New (so-called One-Trip) containers can be arranged on request – please contact us.

What is the difference between a Cargo Worthy and a Wind & Water Tight container?

A Cargo Worthy (CW) container has passed a certified inspection and may continue to be used for maritime transport – it has a valid CSC plate. Wind & Water Tight (WWT) is tight against wind and water, but does not have certification for further maritime transport. For storage and construction use, WWT is absolutely sufficient.

Do you arrange transport of the container from Hof to the Czech Republic?

HZ-Containers does not arrange transport as standard.

How soon can I pick up the container after ordering?

After the payment is credited, the container is usually ready for pickup within 5 working days. The specific loading date will be agreed individually according to your time options and the depot’s operating hours.