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Port of Zwijnaarde

BEZWN🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Zwijnaarde

Also known as: Kanaal der Visserij, Visserijvaart, Vissery

Zwijnaarde is a port situated on the Ghent–Terneuzen Canal in Belgium. It handles general cargo vessels. Tugs are available, and pilots are compulsory for navigation.

Background
Zwijnaarde est une section de la ville belge de Gand située en Région flamande dans la province de Flandre-Orientale.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Elevation
10m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31270 →
GeoNames ID
2784540 →
Wikidata
Q2176982 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
stad.gent →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
BE-VOV
Body of Water
Ghent–Terneuzen Canal
Latitude
51.0000°
Longitude
3.7167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Zwijnaarde?+
The approach to Zwijnaarde is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse at 27.7 NM to the NW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (27.8 NM NW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (28.3 NM NW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (29.3 NM NW), Oostende Entrance Range Front (32.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Zwijnaarde?+
The Port of Zwijnaarde 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 Zwijnaarde?+
You can track vessels near Zwijnaarde (BEZWN) 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 BEZWN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Zwijnaarde?+
The Port of Zwijnaarde 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 Zwijnaarde?+
ZWIJNAARDE (UN/Locode: BEZWN), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 51.00000° N, 3.72000° E.
Where is the Port of Zwijnaarde located?+
Coordinates: 51.00000° N, 3.72000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:EVERGEM — UN/Locode: BEEVM — 51.12000° N, 3.70000° EDEINZE — UN/Locode: BEDEZ — 50.99154° N, 3.52690° EGHENT — UN/Locode: BEGNE — 51.11953° N, 3.76628° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Zwijnaarde?+
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 Zwijnaarde?+
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 Zwijnaarde?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo.