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Port of Pottes

BEPTS🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Pottes

Also known as: Canal de Roubaix, Canal de l'Espierre, Canal de l'Espierres

Pottes is a canal port located in the Walloon Region of Belgium. It serves as a transit point for inland waterway vessels.

Background
Pottes est une section de la commune belge de Celles située en Région wallonne dans la province de Hainaut.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
13m

Region

Subdivision
BE-WHT
Latitude
50.7333°
Longitude
3.4000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2798627 →
Wikidata
Q2679006 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Pottes?+
The approach to Pottes is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oostende Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 34.7 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (36.8 NM NNW), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (37 NM N), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (37.2 NM NNW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (38.6 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 Pottes?+
The Port of Pottes 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 Pottes?+
You can track vessels near Pottes (BEPTS) 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 BEPTS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Pottes?+
The Port of Pottes 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.