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Port of Oostkamp

BEOKP🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Oostkamp

Also known as: Canal de Bruges, Canal de Bruges a L'Ecluse, Canal de Bruges à L'Écluse, Canal de L'Ecluse, Canal de L'Écluse, Damme Canal

Oostkamp is a canal port in West Flanders, Belgium. It handles general cargo and is accessible to small vessels. Pilotage is compulsory.

Background
Oostkamp is a municipality located in the Belgian province of West Flanders. The municipality comprises the villages of Hertsberge, Oostkamp proper, Ruddervoorde and Waardamme. On January 1, 2019, Oostkamp had a total population of 23,698. The total area is 79.65 km² which gives a population density of 289 inhabitants per km².

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31290 →
GeoNames ID
2800929 →
Wikidata
Q742892 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.oostkamp.be →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Latitude
51.1500°
Longitude
3.2333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Oostkamp?+
The approach to Oostkamp is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse at 11.1 NM to the N. Other aids include Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (11.4 NM N), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (11.4 NM N), Oostende Entrance Range Front (12.3 NM WNW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (12.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Oostkamp?+
The Port of Oostkamp 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 Oostkamp?+
You can track vessels near Oostkamp (BEOKP) 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 BEOKP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Oostkamp?+
The Port of Oostkamp 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.