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Port of Zele

BEZLE🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Zele

Also known as: Bovenvaart, Polsgracht

Zele is a Belgian canal port situated east of Ghent. Historically, it handled passenger vessels.

Background
Zele is a municipality located in the Belgian province of East Flanders, around 20 kilometers east of Ghent. The municipality only comprises the town of Zele proper. In 2023, Zele had a total population of 21,374. The total area is 33 km2 which gives a population density of 641.6 people per km2.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
5m

Region

Subdivision
BE-VOV
Latitude
51.0667°
Longitude
4.0333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2801182 →
Wikidata
Q388115 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.zele.be →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Zele?+
The approach to Zele is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at 34.9 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (35 NM WNW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (35.6 NM WNW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (36.1 NM WNW), Verklikker (41.4 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 Zele?+
The Port of Zele 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 Zele?+
You can track vessels near Zele (BEZLE) 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 BEZLE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Zele?+
The Port of Zele 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 Zele?+
ZELE (UN/Locode: BEZLE), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 51.07000° N, 4.03000° E.
Where is the Port of Zele located?+
Coordinates: 51.07000° N, 4.03000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:AALST — UN/Locode: BEAAB — 50.93333° N, 4.03333° EPUURS — UN/Locode: BEPUU — 51.08000° N, 4.28000° EGHENT — UN/Locode: BEGNE — 51.11953° N, 3.76628° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Zele?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Zele?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Zele?+
Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.