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Port of Eeklo

BEEEK🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Eeklo

Also known as: Canal d'Eeclov, Eeklose Vaart

Eeklo is a canal port located in East Flanders, Belgium. It serves as a transshipment point for goods. The port handles various cargo types and accommodates inland waterway vessels.

Background
Eeklo is a Belgian municipality in the Flemish province of East Flanders. The municipality comprises only the city of Eeklo proper. The name Eeklo comes from the contraction of eke and lo, two Old German words meaning 'oak' and 'sparse woods'.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
8m

Region

Subdivision
BE-VOV
Latitude
51.1833°
Longitude
3.5667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2798985 →
Wikidata
Q12440 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.eeklo.be →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Eeklo?+
The approach to Eeklo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at 16.2 NM to the NW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (16.2 NM NW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (16.9 NM WNW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (17.6 NM NW), Oostende Entrance Range Front (24.1 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 Eeklo?+
The Port of Eeklo 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 Eeklo?+
You can track vessels near Eeklo (BEEEK) 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 BEEEK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Eeklo?+
The Port of Eeklo 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.