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Port of Brugge (Bruges)

BEBGS🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Brugge (Bruges)

Also known as: Canal de Bruges, Canal de Bruges a L'Ecluse, Canal de Bruges à L'Écluse, Canal de L'Ecluse, Canal de L'Écluse, Damme Canal

This Belgian seaport on the North Sea connects to the hinterland via a canal. It handles general cargo, passenger, and tanker vessels. The port has no significant operational restrictions.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Fixed, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31290 →
GeoNames ID
2800929 →
Wikidata
Q1477819 →
Official Site
www.portofzeebrugge.be →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
English Channel
Body of Water
North Sea
Latitude
51.2298°
Longitude
3.2245°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Brugge (Bruges)?+
The approach to Brugge (Bruges) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse at 6.3 NM to the N. Other aids include Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (6.6 NM N), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (6.6 NM N), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (8.1 NM N), Oostende Entrance Range Front (11 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Brugge (Bruges)?+
The Port of Brugge (Bruges) 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 Brugge (Bruges)?+
You can track vessels near Brugge (Bruges) (BEBGS) 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 BEBGS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Brugge (Bruges)?+
The Port of Brugge (Bruges) 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 Brugge (Bruges)?+
BRUGGE (UN/Locode: BEBGS), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 51.22984° N, 3.22447° E.
Where is the Port of Brugge (Bruges) located?+
Coordinates: 51.22984° N, 3.22447° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ZEEBRUGGE — UN/Locode: BEZEE — 51.32996° N, 3.20543° EOOSTENDE — UN/Locode: BEOST — 51.22745° N, 2.93339° EHAMME — UN/Locode: BEHMM — 51.08000° N, 3.53000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Brugge (Bruges)?+
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 Brugge (Bruges)?+
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 Brugge (Bruges)?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo, Passenger, Tanker and Unspecified.