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Port of Berendrecht

BEBRT🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Berendrecht

This port is located on the Scheldt river in Belgium. It serves as a key part of the larger Antwerp port complex.

Background
Berendrecht is a neighbourhood and former village in Antwerp province in Belgium. Its name means "dike of the bear", according to the area's dialect, or "dike of a man called Bear", or "passage by the marsh". But drecht or tricht means "ferry" or "crossing", and ber or bere in Indo-European means "dam", "defence against water" : the resulting meaning is "river crossing at a dam".

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
4m

Region

Subdivision
BE-VAN
Body of Water
Scheldt
Latitude
51.3333°
Longitude
4.3167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BEBRT
Country
🇧🇪Belgium
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12196037 →
Wikidata
Q2590292 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portofantwerp.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Berendrecht?+
The approach to Berendrecht is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Verklikker Lighthouse at 32.8 NM to the NW. Other aids include Brielle (34.7 NM N), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (41.3 NM W), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (41.6 NM W), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (42 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 Berendrecht?+
The Port of Berendrecht 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 Berendrecht?+
You can track vessels near Berendrecht (BEBRT) 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 BEBRT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Berendrecht?+
The Port of Berendrecht 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.