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Port of Ameland

NLAML🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Ameland

Ameland is a small port located off the north coast of the Netherlands, serving the island community. It primarily accommodates local service vessels and ferries.

Background
Ameland is a municipality and one of the West Frisian Islands off the north coast of the Netherlands. It consists mostly of sand dunes and is the third major island of the West Frisians. It neighbours islands Terschelling to the west and Schiermonnikoog to the east. This includes the small Engelsmanplaat and Rif sandbanks to the east.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
53.4357°
Longitude
5.7558°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2757100 →
Wikidata
Q208259 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.ameland.nl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ameland?+
The approach to Ameland is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Harlingen Range Rear Lighthouse at 20 NM to the SW. Other aids include Eemshaven Range Rear (38.8 NM E), Blokzijl (44.2 NM S), Zeughoek (46 NM SSW), Pegel Ley (46.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Ameland?+
The Port of Ameland 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 Ameland?+
You can track vessels near Ameland (NLAML) 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 NLAML on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ameland?+
The Port of Ameland 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.