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Port of Moerbeke-Waas

BEMEW🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Moerbeke-Waas

Also known as: Canal la Langeleede, Langelede

This port is a canal-based facility located in Belgium's East Flanders province. It serves as a waterway connection for inland barge traffic.

Background
Moerbeke is a former municipality in the Belgian province of East Flanders. It is sometimes unofficially called Moerbeke-Waas to distinguish between this place and Moerbeke in Geraardsbergen. The municipality comprises the town of Moerbeke proper, and part of the Dutch-Belgian village Koewacht. In 2021, Moerbeke had a total population of 6,619. The total area is 37.80 km².

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Region

Subdivision
BE-VOV
Latitude
51.1667°
Longitude
3.9333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2793397 →
Wikidata
Q397705 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.moerbeke.be →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Moerbeke-Waas?+
The approach to Moerbeke-Waas is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at 28.9 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (29.1 NM WNW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (29.7 NM WNW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (30 NM WNW), Verklikker (34.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Moerbeke-Waas?+
The Port of Moerbeke-Waas 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 Moerbeke-Waas?+
You can track vessels near Moerbeke-Waas (BEMEW) 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 BEMEW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Moerbeke-Waas?+
The Port of Moerbeke-Waas 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.