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Port of Groot Bijgaarden

BEGRO🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Groot Bijgaarden

Also known as: Brusselsch Zeekanaal, Bruxelles-Rupel Canal, Canal Maritime de Bruxelles au Rupel, Kanaal Maritime, Kanaal van Willebroeck, Kanaal van Willebroek

This port is located on the Bassin Béco - Becodok in Belgium. It is a small, sheltered canal port. Tugs and pilots are compulsory for operations.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Elevation
24m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31260 →
GeoNames ID
2783631 →
Wikidata
Q85091945 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
BE-BRU
Body of Water
Bassin Béco - Becodok
Latitude
50.8667°
Longitude
4.2667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Groot Bijgaarden?+
The approach to Groot Bijgaarden is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at 48.7 NM to the NW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (48.8 NM NW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (49.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Groot Bijgaarden?+
The Port of Groot Bijgaarden 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 Groot Bijgaarden?+
You can track vessels near Groot Bijgaarden (BEGRO) 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 BEGRO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Groot Bijgaarden?+
The Port of Groot Bijgaarden 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.