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Port of Lissewege

BELSG🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Lissewege

Also known as: Canal de Lisseweghe, Kanaal van Lissewege

Lissewege is a canal port on the North Sea coast of Belgium. It serves as a maritime access point for the Bruges region. The port is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Lissewege est une section de la ville belge de Bruges située en Région flamande dans la province de Flandre-Occidentale. C'était une commune à part entière avant la fusion des communes de 1971. Le village comptait 1 756 habitants en 2020, l'ancienne commune en comptait 7 779.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
4ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31280 →
GeoNames ID
2792265 →
Wikidata
Q1924402 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portofzeebrugge.be →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Body of Water
North Sea
Latitude
51.3000°
Longitude
3.1833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Lissewege?+
The approach to Lissewege is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse at 2.3 NM to the N. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (2.3 NM NNE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (2.6 NM NNE), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (3.8 NM N), Oostende Entrance Range Front (10.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Lissewege?+
The Port of Lissewege 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 Lissewege?+
You can track vessels near Lissewege (BELSG) 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 BELSG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Lissewege?+
The Port of Lissewege 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.