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Port of Zeebrugge

BEZEE🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Zeebrugge

Also known as: Zeebrugge Ferry Port

Zeebrugge is a major Belgian seaport on the North Sea, handling container, bulk cargo, new vehicles, and passenger ferries. It features a medium-sized coastal breakwater harbor with mobile cranes and wharf facilities.

Background
The Port of Zeebrugge is a large container, bulk cargo, new vehicles and passenger ferry terminal port on the North Sea. The port is located in the municipality of Bruges, West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium, handling over 50 million tonnes of cargo annually.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
15.54m
Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C
Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31280 →
GeoNames ID
9253600 →
Wikidata
Q1477819 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portofzeebrugge.be →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BEZEE
Country
🇧🇪Belgium
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Body of Water
North Sea
Latitude
51.3300°
Longitude
3.2054°

Terminals (2)

CSP ZEEBRUGGE TERMINAL

CSP ZEEBRUGGE TERMINAL NV

Leopold II-Dam, Kaai 120-122, 8380 Zeebrugge, Belgium

cspterminals.be →

PSA ZEEBRUGGE TERMINAL

PSA ZEEBRUGGE NV

PSA Zeebrugge N.V., Caxtonweg, Quay 140-144, 8380 Zeebrugge, Belgium

www.psa-zeebrugge.be →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Zeebrugge?+
The controlling depth at Zeebrugge is 15.54 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Zeebrugge?+
The approach to Zeebrugge is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (0.6 NM NE), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (0.7 NM NW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (2 NM N), Oostende Entrance Range Front (11.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Zeebrugge?+
The Port of Zeebrugge 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 Zeebrugge?+
You can track vessels near Zeebrugge (BEZEE) 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 BEZEE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Zeebrugge?+
The Port of Zeebrugge 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.
What is the Port of Zeebrugge?+
ZEEBRUGGE (UN/Locode: BEZEE), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 51.32996° N, 3.20543° E.
Where is the Port of Zeebrugge located?+
Coordinates: 51.32996° N, 3.20543° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BRUGGE — UN/Locode: BEBGS — 51.22984° N, 3.22447° EOOSTENDE — UN/Locode: BEOST — 51.22745° N, 2.93339° EBRESKENS — UN/Locode: NLBRS — 51.39700° N, 3.56800° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Zeebrugge?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m; cargo pier depth 14m - 15.2m; oil terminal depth 12.5m - 13.7m and maximum draft approx. 15.54 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Zeebrugge?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Zeebrugge?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Zeebrugge?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker and Unspecified.