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Port of Veurne

BEVEU🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Veurne

Also known as: Canal de Furnes, Canal de Furnes a Nieuport, Canal de Furnes à Nieuport, Canal de Nieupoort, Vaart van Veurne naar Nieuwpoort

This Belgian canal port is situated on the Yser river. It handles general cargo and is accessible to small vessels.

Background
Veurne is a city and municipality in the Belgian province of West Flanders. The municipality comprises the town of Veurne proper and the settlements of Avekapelle, Booitshoeke, Bulskamp, De Moeren (Belgium), Eggewaartskapelle, Houtem, Steenkerke, Vinkem, Wulveringem, and Zoutenaaie.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31320 →
GeoNames ID
2784802 →
Wikidata
Q506707 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.veurne.be →
Seamark Type
mooring

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Body of Water
Yser
Latitude
51.0667°
Longitude
2.6667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Veurne?+
The approach to Veurne is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dunkerque Jetée Est Lighthouse at 11.2 NM to the W. Other aids include Oostende Entrance Range Front (14 NM NE), Calais Gare Maritime (21.4 NM W), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (25.6 NM NE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (26 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 Veurne?+
The Port of Veurne 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 Veurne?+
You can track vessels near Veurne (BEVEU) 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 BEVEU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Veurne?+
The Port of Veurne 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.