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Port of Ravels

BERVS🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Ravels

Also known as: Canal Turnhout-Hasselt Kanaal, Canal d'Embranchement de Turnhout a Hasselt, Canal d'Embranchement de Turnhout à Hasselt, Verbindingskanaal Turnhout-Hasselt

Ravels is a canal port located in the Belgian province of Antwerp. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving along inland waterways. The port primarily handles bulk cargo and is accessible to barges.

Background
Ravels is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Antwerp. The municipality comprises the towns of Poppel, Ravels proper and Weelde. In 2021, Ravels had a total population of 15,105. The total area is 94.99 km2. A large proportion of its inhabitants are immigrants from The Netherlands.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
25m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2785138 →
Wikidata
Q839119 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.ravels.be →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
BE-VAN
Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
51.3603°
Longitude
4.9903°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ravels?+
The approach to Ravels is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 44.9 NM to the NW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Ravels?+
The Port of Ravels 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 Ravels?+
You can track vessels near Ravels (BERVS) 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 BERVS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ravels?+
The Port of Ravels 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.