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Port of Diksmuide

BEDIK🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Diksmuide

Also known as: Vladslo-Vaartje, Vladsloo Vaart, Vladsloo Vaartje

Diksmuide is a canal port located in West Flanders, Belgium. It serves as a transshipment point for various goods. The port accommodates inland waterway vessels.

Background
Diksmuide is a Belgian city and municipality in the Flemish province of West Flanders. The municipality comprises the city of Diksmuide proper and the former communes of Beerst, Esen, Kaaskerke, Keiem, Lampernisse, Leke, Nieuwkapelle, Oostkerke, Oudekapelle, Pervijze, Sint-Jacobs-Kapelle, Stuivekenskerke, Vladslo and Woumen.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-2m

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Latitude
51.0333°
Longitude
2.8667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2784507 →
Wikidata
Q215244 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.diksmuide.be →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Diksmuide?+
The approach to Diksmuide is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oostende Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 12.1 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Dunkerque Jetée Est (18.6 NM W), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (22 NM NNE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (22.2 NM NE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (22.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Diksmuide?+
The Port of Diksmuide 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 Diksmuide?+
You can track vessels near Diksmuide (BEDIK) 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 BEDIK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Diksmuide?+
The Port of Diksmuide 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.