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Port of Aalst

BEAAB🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Aalst

Also known as: Bovenvaart, Polsgracht

Aalst is a canal port in Belgium's Flanders region. It historically handles general cargo vessels. The port has no specific tide, swell, ice, or overhead restrictions.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2801182 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BEAAB
Country
🇧🇪Belgium
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
BE-VOV
Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
50.9333°
Longitude
4.0333°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Aalst?+
The approach to Aalst is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at 39.3 NM to the NW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (39.3 NM NW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (39.9 NM NW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (40.7 NM NW), Oostende Entrance Range Front (45.2 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Aalst?+
The Port of Aalst is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Aalst?+
You can track vessels near Aalst (BEAAB) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for BEAAB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Aalst?+
The Port of Aalst operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Aalst?+
AALST (UN/Locode: BEAAB), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 50.93333° N, 4.03333° E.
Where is the Port of Aalst located?+
Coordinates: 50.93333° N, 4.03333° E. Nearby terminals/ports:APPELTERRE-EICHEM — UN/Locode: BEAPT — 50.82000° N, 3.97000° EZELE — UN/Locode: BEZLE — 51.07000° N, 4.03000° EZWIJNAARDE — UN/Locode: BEZWN — 51.00000° N, 3.72000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Aalst?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Aalst?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Aalst?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo.