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Port of Sas-Slijkens

BESLJ🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Sas-Slijkens

Also known as: Noord Eede, Noordede

Sas-Slijkens is a canal port in Belgium's West Flanders province. It serves as a lock and junction for inland waterways, facilitating the transit of barges and smaller vessels. The port is equipped with tugs and a medium-sized drydock.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31310 →
GeoNames ID
2790046 →
Wikidata
Q2074639 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Latitude
51.2167°
Longitude
2.9500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sas-Slijkens?+
The approach to Sas-Slijkens is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oostende Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the NW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (11.7 NM NE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (12 NM NE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (12.4 NM NE), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (12.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sas-Slijkens?+
The Port of Sas-Slijkens 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 Sas-Slijkens?+
You can track vessels near Sas-Slijkens (BESLJ) 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 BESLJ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sas-Slijkens?+
The Port of Sas-Slijkens 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.