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Port of Amersfoort

NLAME🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Amersfoort

Amersfoort is a historic canal port in the Netherlands, established in 1259. It serves as a waterway connection within the Utrecht province.

Background
Amersfoort is a city and municipality in the Utrecht province of the Netherlands. As of 31 January 2023, the municipality had a population of 160,902, making it the second-largest of the province and fifteenth-largest of the country. Amersfoort is also one of the largest Dutch railway junctions with its three stations—Amersfoort Centraal, Schothorst and Vathorst—due to its location on two of the Netherlands' main east to west and north to south railway lines. The city was used during the 1928 Summer Olympics as a venue for the modern pentathlon events. Amersfoort marked its 750th anniversary as a city in 2009.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1259

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NLAME
Country
🇳🇱Netherlands
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
52.1665°
Longitude
5.3783°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2752449 →
Wikidata
Q992 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.amersfoort.nl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Amersfoort?+
The approach to Amersfoort is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Watum Lighthouse at 14.2 NM to the NE. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (18.2 NM NW), Enkhuizen (30.3 NM NNW), Schokland Noordpunt (32.9 NM NNE), Zandvoort Watertoren (33.7 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 Amersfoort?+
The Port of Amersfoort 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 Amersfoort?+
You can track vessels near Amersfoort (NLAME) 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 NLAME on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Amersfoort?+
The Port of Amersfoort 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.